Arbitration / International
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JAMS doesn't just resolve disputes—we solve problems.
JAMS successfully resolves and manages business and legal disputes by providing efficient, cost-effective and impartial ways of overcoming barriers at any stage of conflict. JAMS offers customized dispute resolution services locally and globally through a combination of industry-specific experience, first-class client service, top-notch facilities and highly trained panelists.
Recent News
Hon. John M. Mott (Ret.) Joins JAMS in Washington, D.C.
October 17, 2018WASHINGTON – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, is pleased to announce the addition of Hon. John M. Mott (Ret.). Judge Mott joins JAMS after more than 18 years of distinguished service as a judge for the District of Columbia Superior Court, including the last eight years presiding over trials and conducting judicial mediation in a wide array of complex civil disputes.JAMS Proudly Supports ABA Mediation Week
October 11, 2018IRVINE, Calif. – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is announcing its participation in the American Bar Association’s (ABA) 2018 Mediation Week, which will be held October 14–20, 2018.Hon. Ronald E. Cox (Ret.) Joins JAMS in Seattle
October 8, 2018SEATTLE – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce the addition of Hon. Ronald E. Cox (Ret.) to its panel. Judge Cox joins JAMS after more than 23 years of service on the Washington State Court of Appeals. During his tenure with the court, Judge Cox served as presiding chief judge of the entire court. He also served a separate term as chief judge of Division I of the court, which is headquartered in Seattle.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
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October 17, 2018Los Angeles, CA
Winning at Mediation – An Advanced Mediation Advocacy Program for Lawyers
- October, 18, 2018Los Angeles, CA
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October 18, 2018Chicago, IL
The Association for Conflict Resolution: Conflict Resolution Day
- October 19, 2018Chicago, IL
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October 19, 2018Washington, D.C.
2018 Women in Construction Leadership and Networking Conference
- October 22 - 23, 2018Sao Paulo, Brazil
- October 23, 2018 Shenzhen, China
Please Welcome JAMS’ Newest Neutrals
Background
- Washington State Court of Appeals, 1995–2018
- Presiding Chief Judge, Washington State Court of Appeals, 2007–2008
- Chief Judge, Division One, Washington State Court of Appeals, 2005–2007
- Partner, Preston, Gates & Ellis LLP (now K&L Gates LLP), 1970–1994
- J.D., University of Washington School of Law, 1973
- B.S., United States Military Academy, 1966
Background
- Acting Chief Judge, Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I, 2016–2018
- Judge, Washington State Court of Appeals, Division –, 2014-2018
- Presiding Judge, King County Superior Court, 2006–2007
- Assistant Presiding Judge, King County Superior Court, 2002–2005
- Judge, King County Superior Court, 1996–2014
- Partner, Appelwick, Trickey & Lukevich, 1982–1996
- Staff Attorney, Eastside Defender Association, 1979–1982
- J.D., University of Washington School of Law, 1979
- Moot Court Honor Board; Certificate: Interdisciplinary Program in Criminal Justice; Order of Barristers
- A.B., University of California, Berkeley, 1975
- Dual major in history and political science, with distinction in general scholarship
- Claremont McKenna College, 1971–1973
Background
- Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County, Trial Court Division, 1996–2018
- Assigned Commerce Court, 2011–2018
- Supervising Judge, Commerce Court, 2016–2018
- Coordinating Judge, Commerce Court, 2014–2015
- Major Jury Civil Program, 2003–2011
- Arbitrator, Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, 1982–1995
- Litigator in private practice, 1987–1995
- Defender Association of Philadelphia, 1981–1987
- J.D, Temple University Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia
- M.A., Colgate University, Hamilton, NY
- B.A., with Honors, Colgate University, Hamilton, NY
Background
- Principal; Law Offices of Thomas L. Creel, P.C.; 2008–2018
- Partner and Chair of Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Area, Goodwin Procter LLP, New York, 2001–2007
- Partner and Co-Chair of the Patent Litigation Group; Kaye, Scholer, Fierman, Hays & Handler, LLP; New York; 1992–2001
- Partner, Kenyon & Kenyon, New York, 1974–1992
- Lecturer (patents and trade secrets), Columbia University School of Law, 1983–2001
- Admitted to the bars of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, New York and Michigan, various U.S. District Courts, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and other Courts of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court
- LL.B., University of Michigan Law School
- B.S., University of Kansas
Background
- Justice, New York Supreme Court, Commercial Division, 1st Judicial District of New York, 2009–2018
- Acting Justice, New York Supreme Court, Civil Term, 1st Judicial District of New York, 2002–2009
- Judge, New York City Civil Court, 1995–2007
- Principal Law Assistant, Hon. Ira R. Globerman, Bronx Supreme Court, Criminal Division Trial Lawyer, Legal Aid Society, Criminal Defense Division, 1988–1995
- Appellate Attorney, Legal Aid Society, Criminal Defense Division, Nassau County and New York County, 1985–1988
- J.D., New York University School of Law, 1975
- B.A., New York University, Phi Beta Kapa, cum laude, 1972
