Alternative Dispute Resolution / Insurance
ADR Seen as a Valuable Tool to Address Natural and Weather-Related Disaster Claims
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 Hon. Diane M. Welsh (Ret.) Successfully Mediates Starbucks Settlement
May 22, 2018PHILADELPHIA – JAMS, the largest private provider of ADR services worldwide, is proud to announce Hon. Diane M. Welsh (Ret.), a JAMS neutral, successfully mediated the settlement agreement between Donte Robinson, Rashon Nelson and Starbucks Coffee Company.L. Joseph Loveland, Jr. Joins JAMS in Atlanta
May 21, 2018ATLANTA – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, today announced the addition of L. Joseph Loveland, Jr. to its panel. Joe Loveland will be based in the Atlanta Resolution Center and serve as a mediator, arbitrator and special master in disputes involving Business Contracts, Accountant Liability, Antitrust, False Claims/Government Investigations, Financial Fraud and Fraudulent Conveyance, Health Care, Intellectual Property, Product Distribution Agreements and Securities Fraud.Joyce B. Klemmer, Esq. Joins JAMS in Atlanta
May 18, 2018ATLANTA - JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, today announced the addition of Joyce B. Klemmer, Esq. to its panel. Ms. Klemmer will be based in the Atlanta Resolution Center and will be available worldwide to serve as a mediator, arbitrator, special master and discovery referee in a variety of areas including intellectual property, copyright, patent and trademark infringement, trade secrets and related business/commercial disputes involving contracts and licenses.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
- May 31, 2018Los Angeles, CA
- June 4 - 8, 2018New York, NY
- June 5, 2018New York, NY
-
June 7, 2018New York, NY
Meet the Employment Mediator: Sexual Harassment, the #MeToo Movement and NDAs
- June 7, 2018Boston, MA
-
June 12, 2018New York, NY
Mediating Wage & Hour Disputes: Best Practices for Advocates and Mediators
-
June 13 - 15, 2018Washington, D.C.
12th National Institute on the Civil False Claims Act and Qui Tam Enforcement
Please Welcome JAMS’ Newest Neutrals
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., 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
Background
- Justice, First District, Division Four, California Courts of Appeal, 1996–2018
- Presiding Judge, 2006–2018
- Judge, Contra Costa County Superior Court, 1994–1996
- Attorney, Bronson, Bronson & McKinnon, 1977–1994
- Managing Partner, Walnut Creek Office, 1990–1994
- Trial Attorney, Civil Division, Torts Section, U.S. Department of Justice, 1972–1977
- LL.M., University of Virginia
- J.D., Valedictorian and Editor-in-Chief of the San Diego Law Review, University of San Diego School of Law, 1972
- A.B., Rutgers College, 1969
