Irvine, Calif. – JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to be a sponsor of the 29th Annual Sonenshine Pro Bono Reception. The event, which will take place on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 6, will focus on connecting new attorneys in Orange County with local pro bono, social services, and arts and culture organizations to learn more about pro bono and charitable opportunities.
The reception was conceived by JAMS neutral Hon. Sheila Prell Sonenshine (Ret.) in 1994 and has helped create numerous success stories over the years by expanding young attorneys’ involvement in pro bono activities and providing individuals with opportunities in the legal profession.
“The Sonenshine Pro Bono Reception exemplifies the best of what our legal community stands for: service, collaboration and a shared commitment to justice. We are honored to support an event that not only connects new attorneys with meaningful pro bono opportunities, but also reinforces the lasting impact that collective action can have in expanding access to justice.”
Kimberly Taylor, president and CEO of JAMS
Justice Sonenshine was appointed to the Superior Court of Orange County in 1981 and was elevated the following year to the California Court of Appeal, where she served until 1999. With almost 55 years of experience, she is a mediator and arbitrator with JAMS in Orange County. Justice Sonenshine is known in the legal community for her fair-minded and pragmatic approach to resolving the toughest cases. She is highly regarded in the legal community for her composure and respect toward both attorneys and parties.
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