ABA International Law Section (ILS) Annual Conference 2026

JAMS is a proud sponsor of the 2026 ABA International Law Section (ILS) Annual Conference, taking place this year in Washington, D.C., on May 12-14, 2026. The conference will address legal issues in various program tracks, including Arbitration & Mediation, Artificial Intelligence, Criminal, Human Rights, Litigation, Trade, Transactions, and Young Lawyers, and will provide registrants with the opportunity to network, learn, and engage with international attorneys from distinguished law firms, private organizations, and governmental institutions worldwide.

Featured JAMS Speakers: Giuseppe De Palo, Esq. and Gilbert K. Squires, P.E., BCS, FCCA, DCIArb.

Featured JAMS Panels:

The Global Momentum for International Mediation: Advancing the Rule of Law
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET
Across jurisdictions, governments, institutions, and commercial actors are embracing mediation as a key part of the global dispute resolution framework. This panel will examine key trends shaping the future of mediation and how they support the rule of law by enhancing access to justice and the enforceability of agreements. We’ll explore recent developments includingthe enforcement of mediated settlements under the Singapore Convention, the creation of IOMed, mandatory mediation trends, growth in Latin America, India’s 2023 Mediation Act, and the impact of Mexico’s 2024 General Law on ADR Mechanisms. We’ll analyze how these developments are transforming mediation into an integral pillar of formal legal systems, positioning it not as an alternative but as a partner in upholding the rule of law.
Featured JAMS Neutral: 

• Giuseppe De Palo, Esq.,, International Arbitrator & Mediator, JAMS - New York
  
   

Industry Perspectives on International Mediation: Promise, Pitfalls, and Practical Realities
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET
As international mediation gains traction, corporate adoption remains uneven across sectors and regions. This panel brings together corporate counsel from diverse sectors to discuss how industry dynamics, company culture, and geographic considerations shape the use of mediation in cross-border disputes. Panelists from global media, logistics, and financial institutions will share how they approach mediation within complex international frameworks, from managing cross-border employment and commercial disputes to navigating regulatory and enforcement challenges. The discussion will explore what drives companies to use mediation, where skepticism persists, and what these experiences reveal about confidence in the rule of law and the evolving culture of dispute resolution worldwide.
Featured JAMS Neutral: 

• Gilbert K. Squires, P.E., BCS, FCCA, DCIArb, International Arbitrator & Mediator, JAMS – Miami