Atlanta– JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to share that Hon. Clifton B. Newman (Ret./Active) has received an honorary degree from Roger Williams University School of Law. Judge Newman served as the keynote speaker at this year’s law school commencement ceremony, which occurred on May 16.
The ceremony recognized trailblazers, including Judge Newman, who are making a collective impact across the globe. Founded in 1993, Roger Williams University School of Law is the only law school in Rhode Island. Judge Newman was recognized and acknowledged for his work as a jurist.
“We are proud of Judge Newman and would like thank the Roger Williams University School of Law for recognizing his contributions with this prestigious honorary degree and speaking opportunity. Through his decades of experience, he has built a strong reputation within the legal and ADR communities for his thoughtfulness and leadership as both a highly respected jurist and neutral.”
Kimberly Taylor, JAMS CEO and president
Judge Newman joined JAMS in 2024 after serving over 23 years as a judge on the South Carolina Circuit Court. While on the bench, he presided over the South Carolina State Grand Jury and numerous high-profile civil and criminal cases, including, most recently, The State v. Richard Alexander Murdaugh. Prior to serving as a jurist, he worked as an assistant solicitor for Williamsburg County for over 16 years and spent 24 years in private practice.
Judge Newman is well known for his extensive complex litigation experience. At JAMS, he specializes in several practice areas, including business/commercial, class action and mass tort, construction
government and public agency, health care, insurance and personal injury. Recently, he also received an honorary Doctor of Public Service from Coastal Carolina University in 2024 and an honorary Doctor of Laws from South Carolina State University in 2023.
More information about this year’s commencement ceremony can be found here.
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Founded in 1979, JAMS is the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution services worldwide. With a roster of nearly 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS successfully resolves and manages tens of thousands of 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.
Building on this foundation, JAMS Pathways focuses on early conflict resolution, facilitation and training. Learn more about JAMS Pathways at jamspathways.com.
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