Chief Justice Linda B. Thomas (Ret.) joined JAMS after serving 31 years as a trial and appellate judge. During her judicial career, Chief Justice Thomas participated in resolving disputes in virtually every area of law. She enjoys a well deserved reputation as a well-prepared, knowledgeable, and impartial jurist who has a deep understanding of the law and the diverse dynamics inherent in litigation. Clients laud Chief Justice Thomas’ dedication to getting the job done in a professional manner, as well as her exceptional interpersonal skills and keen sense of humor.
ADR Experience and Qualifications
- Since becoming a neutral, Chief Justice Thomas has devoted her time, energy, and resources to training, studying, and developing skills and best practices in the field of mediation.
- As a result of her experience practicing law, serving in the judiciary, and her years as an adjunct law school professor, Chief Justice Thomas has the knowledge and skills to resolve simple to complex disputes in a calm, straightforward, and deliberate manner.
Representative Matters
- Appellate review involving sufficiency of evidence, legal error, jury instructions, damages, and reversible error
- Breach of contract claims involving computer software development and distribution
- Breach of contract claims involving commericial leases and leasing agent fees
- Breach of contract matters involving breach of warranty
- Claims based on business torts, fraud, negligence, and interference with contractual relationships
- Development and distribution of wind energy
- Dissolution of complex business entities
- Employment cases involving claims of unlawful termination and age discrimination
- Insurance cases involving policy interpretation and coverage
- Legal malpractice claims including determination of standard of care, causation, and damages
- Personal injury cases of differing types, including wrongful death
- Real estate claims involving purchase and sale disputes, partition of real property, determining fair market value, and damage to real property
- Workers’ compensation claims