JAMS Leads Again as Most Represented ADR Provider in 2025 Edition of Chambers USA

Irvine, Calif. – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that 23 neutrals were ranked in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The JAMS neutrals earned a total of 26 rankings across six categories, spanning both geographic regions and practice areas, with multiple neutrals honored in more than one category. Keeping consistent with the high number of neutrals recognized previously, JAMS once again had the most neutrals listed among all ADR providers.

“We are tremendously proud to see so many of our neutrals recognized by Chambers USA in this year’s annual ranking. We see JAMS’ prominent recognition within this year’s edition as a continued testament to the trust that parties place in our service offerings, as well as the exemplary dedication of our panelists to meeting the evolving needs of attorneys.”

Kimberly Taylor, JAMS CEO and president

The following includes the full list of recognized panelists, grouped by category:

Construction: Mediators (California)

• Deborah S. Ballati, Esq., FCIArb
• Kenneth C. Gibbs, Esq.
• Gerald A. Kurland, Esq.

Construction: Mediators (New York)

• Michael D. Young, Esq.

International Arbitration: Arbitrators (USA – Nationwide)

• Ambassador (Ret.) David Huebner, FCIArb, C.Arb, FCollArb
• Robert B. Davidson, Esq., FCIArb

Labor & Employment: Mediators (Florida)

• Scott J. Silverman (Retired Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Florida) 

Litigation: Mediators (Pennsylvania)

• Hon. Diane M. Welsh (Ret.)
• Hon. Thomas J. Rueter (Ret.)

Mediators (USA – Nationwide)

• Hon. Ariel E. Belen (Ret.), FCIArb
• Hon. William J. Cahill (Ret.)
• Bruce A. Friedman, Esq.
• David Geronemus, Esq.,
• Kenneth C. Gibbs, Esq.
• Marc E. Isserles, Esq.
• Jed D. Melnick, Esq.
• Robert A. Meyer, Esq.
• Andrew Nadolna, Esq.
• Barbara A. Reeves, Esq., CEDS
• Hon. Janice M. Symchych (Former)
• Hon. Daniel Weinstein (Ret.)
• Hon. Diane M. Welsh (Ret.)
• Hon. Rebecca Westerfield (Ret.)
• Bradley A. Winters, Esq.
• Cathy Yanni, Esq.
• Michael D. Young, Esq.

About JAMS – Local Solutions. Global Reach.

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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