Arbitration / International
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Why JAMS?
JAMS mediators and arbitrators successfully resolve cases ranging in size, industry and complexity, typically achieving results more efficiently and cost effectively than through litigation. JAMS neutrals are skilled in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes including mediation, arbitration, special master, discovery referee, project neutral, and dispute review board work.
Recent News
JAMS Upgrades & Relocates State-of-the-Art Chicago Resolution Center
June 19, 2018CHICAGO, IL. – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, today announced it has relocated and upgraded the Chicago Resolution Center. The new office, which opened yesterday, is an expanded facility, where JAMS will continue to offer premiere ADR services, supported by state-of-the-art technology and amenities.JAMS Neutral Jeffrey G. Benz Esq. Appointed to the CAS 2018 FIFA World Cup Arbitration Panel
June 7, 2018Los Angeles, Calif. – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, is proud to announce that neutral Jeffrey G. Benz, Esq., CEDS has been selected to appear on the list of arbitrators of the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s Ad Hoc Division for the FIFA World Cup 2018, which takes place in Russia this month. Benz will be on call for an arbitral panel should any disputes arise during what is the largest and most lucrative sporting event in the world.Steven R. Gilford, Esq. Joins JAMS in Chicago
June 6, 2018CHICAGO – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, today announced the addition of Steven R. Gilford, Esq. to its panel. Mr. Gilford will be based in the Chicago Resolution Center and serve as a mediator, arbitrator and special master in a variety of disputes including Appellate, Business/Commercial, Civil Rights, Class Action/Mass Tort, Education/Schools, Environmental, Federal, Insurance, International, and Personal Injury/Torts.JAMS Foundation
The Mission of the JAMS Foundation
JAMS, the nation’s premier provider of commercial dispute resolution services, established the non-profit JAMS Foundation to provide financial assistance for conflict resolution initiatives with national and international impact and to share its dispute resolution experience and expertise for the benefit of the public interest.
Funded entirely by contributions from JAMS, JAMS neutrals and employee associates, the Foundation’s mission is to encourage the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), support education at all levels about collaborative processes for resolving differences, promote innovation in conflict resolution, and advance the settlement of conflict worldwide.
Upcoming Events
- June 21 - 22, 2018Greenbelt, MD
- June 22, 2018Chicago, IL
- June 22, 2018Seattle, WA
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June 27, 2018Walnut Creek, CA
2018 Women’s Section Annual Luncheon - Navigating Gender Bias in Negotiation, Mediation & the Courts
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July 25 - 27, 2018San Jose, CA
NCIA’s Cannabis Business Summit & Expo: Cultivating A New Era of Enterprise
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September 26 - 28, 2018Chicago, IL
The 8th International Society of Construction Law Conference
- October 19, 2018Chicago, IL
Please Welcome JAMS’ Newest Neutrals
Background
- Partner, Proskauer, 2008–2018
- Chicago Office Head, 2008–2012
- Co-Head, Insurance Practice, 2008–2017
- Partner, Mayer Brown, 1988–2008
- Associate and Partner, Isham, Lincoln & Beale, 1978–1988
- J.D., Duke University, 1978 (Order of the Coif)
- Administrative Law Editor and Editorial Board Member, Duke University Law Journal
- M.A., Public Policy, Duke University, 1978
- A.B., summa cum laude, Dartmouth College, 1974
Background
- Partner, King & Spalding; 1983–2017
- Associate, King & Spalding, 1976–1983
- J.D., Harvard Law School, 1976
- B.A., Political Science, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, 1973
Background
- Partner, Smith, Gambrell & Russell LLP, 1988–2017
- Associate, Smith Gambrell & Russell LLP, 1981–1988
- J.D., Emory University School of Law, 1981
- B.S., Rochester Institute of Technology, 1978
Background
- Independent Mediator, Arbitrator and Consultant, 2013–2018
- General Counsel, North America, Mylan, Inc., 2010–2012
- Vice President and Lead Counsel, Shire Human Genetics Therapy, 2009–2010
- U.S. and global roles, Novartis, 1993–2009
- Head of Litigation, Ex-Americas, 2009
- Global General Counsel and Global Compliance Officer, Novartis Animal Health, Inc., 2007-2008
- Vice President, Legal, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, 2004–2007; specific roles included U.S. Legal Head of Transplant, U.S. Legal Head of Ophthalmics, Legal Head of U.S. Managed Markets and work in oncology and epilepsy
- Executive Director and Section Head, 1996–2003
- Litigation Associate, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, 1987–1993
- J.D., University of Chicago Law School, 1986
- B.A., With Highest Honors, Oberlin College, 1983
Background
- Neiman Mediation, 2004–2018
- Court Mediation Program Director, Contra Costa County, 2017–2018
- CEO and General Counsel, Rochon Capital Group, Ltd., 1995–2004
- J.D., The University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law, 1990
- B.A., Economics, Swarthmore College (High Honors, Phi Beta Kappa), 1985
