Irvine, Calif. – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that eight JAMS neutrals have been recognized by Who’s Who Legal (WWL) in the WWL: Construction 2023 report, WWL Thought Leaders: USA report under the “construction” category and WWL Thought Leaders: Construction report.
These neutrals are recognized by WWL for their elite practices and experience in resolving complex multijurisdictional construction disputes, as well as for their impressive work on disputes and claims arising from both quantum and delay issues on major projects. Neutrals distinguished as “Thought Leaders” received especially high marks during WWL’s research and evaluation.
“We congratulate these neutrals on this well-deserved recognition by Who’s Who Legal. As disputes in the construction industry continue to be impacted by myriad economic, legal and geopolitical factors, each of these neutrals remains at the forefront in understanding how to guide clients toward meaningful and efficient resolution.”
Chris Poole, JAMS CEO
Additionally, Deborah S. Ballati, Esq., FCIArb, and Douglas S. Oles, Esq., FCIArb, were named “Global Elite Thought Leaders” in the WWL Thought Leaders – Global Elite report in the construction category, which is achieved by only around 5% of listed practitioners.
Created in 1996, Who's Who Legal conducts extensive research and surveys within the legal industry to recognize outstanding lawyers, attorneys and law firms worldwide. It provides a comprehensive listing of top legal professionals based on peer reviews, client feedback and rigorous evaluation criteria.
The following JAMS neutrals were recognized in the WWL: Construction 2023 report. Those who were also recognized in the WWL Thought Leaders: USA report and the WWL Thought Leaders: Construction report are noted with an asterisk.
- Deborah S. Ballati, Esq, FCIArb*
- Philip L. Bruner, Esq.*
- Kenneth C. Gibbs, Esq.*
- Katherine Hope Gurun, Esq.
- John W. Hinchey, Esq.*
- Andrew D. Ness, Esq., FCIArb*
- Douglas S. Oles, Esq., FCIArb*
- Patricia H. Thompson, Esq., FCIArb, CollArb*
The full WWL: Construction 2023 report can be found here, WWL Thought Leaders: USA report can be found here and the WWL Thought Leaders: Construction report can be found here.
About JAMS – Local Solutions. Global Reach.
Founded in 1979, JAMS is the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution services worldwide. JAMS successfully resolves and manages business and legal disputes by providing efficient, cost-effective and impartial ways to overcome barriers at any stage of conflict. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services locally and globally through a combination of industry-specific experience, first-class client service, the latest technology and highly trained mediators and arbitrators.
With a roster of over 400 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS resolves thousands of the world’s important cases every year. JAMS neutrals are adept at managing the resolution process whether they are conducting in-person, virtual or hybrid hearings.
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