Former jurist celebrated for profound impact on New York legal community
Former federal judge joins JAMS as a mediator, arbitrator, court-appointed neutral (special master/referee) and neutral evaluator
Distinguished former judge joins JAMS as a mediator, arbitrator, special master, discovery referee and neutral evaluator
JAMS offers efficiency, speed, and results. In order to save clients time and money, JAMS has instituted procedural options that allow the crafting of a process that is commensurate with the dispute.
JAMS Arbitrators & Arbitration Services
Rigorous preparation. Creative solutions. Persistent follow-up. We work diligently every step of the way-from pre-mediation calls to post-mediation follow-up to help all parties arrive at the best possible outcome to their dispute.
JAMS Mediators & Mediation Services
Unbiased, confidential case evaluation from the best legal minds in the business. We provide attorneys with advisory opinions allowing you to fine-tune arguments, reassess settlement options, manage client expectations—and ultimately proceed with a winning strategy.
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Traditional mediation and arbitration are not the only tools available through JAMS. In some situations other approaches are more appropriate, effective and/or economical. These options, customized for specific organizations, industries and events, can prevent conflicts before they arise or provide more flexible, scalable and creative resolution paths when conflicts do emerge.
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JAMS offers efficiency, speed, and results. In order to save clients time and money, JAMS has instituted procedural options that allow the crafting of a process that is commensurate with the dispute.
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Beekeeping is one of my hobbies when I’m not dedicating myself to dispute resolution. In my more than 10 years as a beekeeper, I’ve learned a few things that have impacted my approach to working as an arbitrator and mediator, and I want to share them with you in the hope they might help you as well.
JAMS has expanded its panel with the addition of Hon. John C. Gastelum (Ret.), a seasoned jurist who served 21 years on the Orange County Superior Court, including three years on the Appellate Division. Retiring in January 2025, Gastelum now joins JAMS’ Orange County Resolution Center as a mediator, arbitrator, special master, discovery referee, and neutral evaluator, available for both in-person and virtual proceedings.
JAMS neutral and retired California appellate justice Richard D. Aldrich outlines effective civil settlement strategies in his latest article, “Civil Settlement Techniques: Strategic Tools for Mediation Success”, published in Reuters Legal News.
Connect with our case management team to learn more about selecting a qualified mediator/arbitrator, submitting a case, or JAMS Rules & Procedures.
