Kimberly Taylor

November marked a momentous celebration in Detroit as we honored the 10th anniversary of the city's Grand Bargain and its remarkable emergence from bankruptcy. The event, held at the iconic Detroit Institute of Arts, brought together many of the key individuals who guided Detroit through its historic transformation into one of the most innovative municipalities in the country. The evening was co-hosted by JAMS, Rip Rapson and The Kresge Foundation, whose contributions were instrumental in Detroit's rebirth, underscoring the collaborative spirit that defines this great city.

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Giuseppe De Palo, Esq.

Recently practitioners, scholars and enthusiasts of alternative dispute resolution gathered—virtually and in person—at a JAMS Resolution Center to examine one of the most pressing and intriguing questions in the field: What happens when the very technology causing or complicating a dispute is also asked to help solve it? At the event, titled “AI’s Double-Edged Role in Dispute Resolution: When the Machine Tries to Solve the Dispute It Created,” participants witnessed a meticulously staged simulation of a challenging international mediation. Through this scenario, attendees explored how artificial intelligence (AI) could shape the future of conflict resolution and how human mediators might continue to excel despite, or perhaps because of, the new tools at their disposal.

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Floyd Hale brings decades of experience to his role as a mediator and arbitrator, leveraging a career that spans nearly every corner of civil law. From personal injury and probate litigation to real estate and divorce disputes, Mr. Hale's practice showcases his ability to adapt and excel in diverse legal arenas. His experience even extends to complex technical mediations, supported by a strong scientific background in chemistry, physics as well as training with computers.

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