The JAMS Fellowship Program Is Accepting Applications

Irvine, Calif. – JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2026 JAMS Fellowship Program. The deadline is April 24, and the application can be found here.

The Fellowship Program is a 12-month program designed to offer the full breadth of JAMS’ resources to emerging ADR professionals who have demonstrated resilience and excellence on their path toward a career in ADR. The Fellowship is a professional development program offering training, mentorship, sponsorship and networking opportunities for up-and-coming ADR professionals. 

Now in its fifth year, the Fellowship Program is accepting applications from individuals across the country who have a unique perspective as a result of their adaptability, cultural fluency, resilience and life experience. In addition, attorneys with at least 10 years of litigation experience, academics with an ADR background or those with other industry-specific experience are encouraged to apply.

“As the JAMS Fellowship Program enters its fifth year, we continue to be inspired by the caliber of ADR professionals who are drawn to this opportunity. The program attracts individuals who are already on strong paths in ADR, and it has been rewarding to see how their careers continue to grow and evolve well beyond their Fellowship year. We look forward to reviewing applications and welcoming the next class of Fellows.”

Joanne Saint-Louis, director of inclusive engagement and practice development

The Fellowship Program began as a pilot program in New York in 2021. In 2022, it expanded to provide opportunities to ADR professionals in New York, Chicago, St. Louis and Los Angeles. This year, it is again available to professionals across the U.S.

Beyond mentorship and shadowing opportunities, selected Fellows will receive multifaceted support ranging from workshops on how to launch and build their own practice to marketing and networking opportunities. The Fellowship Program can accommodate the schedules and needs of individual Fellows.

More information about the program can be found here. Testimonials from previous Fellows can be found here.

About JAMS – The Way Forward

JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With over 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS delivers efficient, cost-effective and impartial solutions for business and legal disputes at any stage of conflict. Since its founding in 1979, its distinguished panel has included retired federal and state court judges, former litigators, transactional attorneys and other ADR professionals with deep industry and practice area experience. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services to provide a seamless experience through concierge-level client care, highly skilled case managers and advanced technology.

Building on this foundation, JAMS Pathways provides organizations with early conflict resolution, facilitation and training, helping teams prevent disputes before they escalate.

With a legacy of trust and innovation, JAMS helps parties find the way forward so they can focus on what matters most. Learn more at www.jamsadr.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and the JAMS ADR blog.