ABA Women in Litigation Joint Meeting

JAMS is a proud sponsor of the ABA Women in Litigation Joint Meeting.

The 2026 conference brings together litigators from across the country for a focused and engaging professional experience. The event is designed to support career growth through purposeful leadership, practical insights, and meaningful connections. Attendees will choose from 12 dynamic programs covering topics such as oral advocacy, executive coaching, artificial intelligence, leadership pathways, lead counsel roles, and career transitions. Nearly 50 speakers will share perspectives across educational sessions and signature events, including a Welcome Reception, Keynote Luncheon, and curated networking opportunities.

JAMS Featured Speaker: Lisa D. Love, Esq., FCIArb

JAMS Featured Panel Info:

Charting a Purposeful Path for Women Litigators: Advancing Practice and Leadership in ADR
Friday, February 13 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | General CLE 
This session examines the substantive and strategic dimensions of arbitration and mediation practice for litigators seeking to expand or transition their work into alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Panelists will discuss key procedural distinctions between litigation, arbitration, and mediation; ethical considerations for neutrals and advocates; and effective advocacy techniques in ADR settings. The program will also address how attorneys can develop ADR practices— whether within firms, boutique settings, or as independent neutrals—while maintaining compliance with professional responsibility standards and best practices for client representation. Emphasis will be placed on skill development, procedural strategy, and the evolving regulatory and ethical frameworks governing ADR. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of the legal principles and competencies necessary to succeed in ADR, along with practical insights into building sustainable ADR practices that align with professional goals and leadership aspirations.

Panelists:

• Stephanie Blondell, Pepperdine Law School, Malibu, CA
• Angela Foster, Law Office of Angela Foster, New Brunswick, NJ
• Tracey Frisch, American Arbitration Association, New York, NY
• Lisa D. Love, Esq., FCIArb, Love and Long LLP, Newark, NJ