Arbitration / International
SB 766 - California is Missing Out on International Arbitration Business
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 Neutral Louis M. Marlin, Esq. Inducted as Fellow to the College of Employment Lawyers
July 17, 2018WASHINGTON, DC – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, is proud to announce that Louis M. Marlin, Esq. has been elected as a new Fellow to the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. Election as a Fellow is the highest recognition by one’s colleagues of sustained outstanding performance in the profession, exemplifying integrity, dedication and excellence. Mr. Marlin will be installed as a Fellow at the American Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section’s Continuing Legal Education Conference in San Francisco, CA on November 10.JAMS to Open International Arbitration Centers in Los Angeles and New York
July 10, 2018LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, today announced plans to open JAMS International Arbitration Centers (JIACs) in New York and Los Angeles, increasing access to international arbitration facilities for attorneys and their clients in the United States and worldwide. Notably, the announcement anticipates that a new choice of seat for international arbitrations in California will be feasible in January 2019 given the recent passage of California Senate Bill 766 and its anticipated approval by the Governor.Chris Poole, JAMS President and CEO’s Statement on the Passing of SB 766 re: International Arbitration in California
July 5, 2018Irvine, Calif. – On Thursday, July 5, the California State Assembly approved California Senate Bill 766, a measure that will allow the participation of out-of-state and non-U.S. lawyers in international arbitration proceedings in California. The bill is now pending approval from Governor Jerry Brown.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.
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July 25 - 27, 2018San Jose, CA
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August 15, 2018Chicago, IL
Negotiation Skills – Tips for Younger Lawyers in Mediations and Settlement Conferences
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September 26 - 28, 2018Chicago, IL
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October 17, 2018Los Angeles, CA
Winning at Mediation – An Advanced Mediation Advocacy Program for Lawyers
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Background
- Judge, Massachusetts Superior Court, 1989–2018
- Partner, Peabody & Brown (now Nixon Peabody), 1986–1989
- Associate and partner, Herrick & Smith, 1972–1986
- Law clerk to U.S. District Court Judge Frank J. Murray, 1971–1972
- J.D., University of Chicago Law School, 1971
- B.A., with Honors, Economics, Middlebury College, 1968
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
