Hon. Stuart M. Rice (Ret.) Joins JAMS in Los Angeles

Los Angeles – JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that Hon. Stuart M. Rice (Ret.) has joined its panel. Judge Rice joins following more than two decades of distinguished judicial service presiding over a broad range of matters. From 2005 to 2025, Judge Rice served on the Los Angeles County Superior Court, including on its Complex Civil Litigation Panel from 2022 to 2025. Earlier in his judicial career, he served as a court commissioner and an as-needed juvenile referee for the Superior Court. Before his appointment to the bench, he built a distinguished private practice as a senior partner at Rice & Rothenberg, where he handled civil, tort and probate litigation, as well as juvenile defense matters. Based in the Los Angeles Resolution Center , Judge Rice will serve as a mediator, arbitrator, court-appointed neutral (special master/referee), neutral evaluator and allocator , handling business and commercial, employment, professional liability, construction, insurance, real property, class action, entertainment and sports matters, among several others. He is available to conduct sessions in person, as well as virtually, for clients across the country and internationally. “Well known within the broader Los Angeles legal community, Judge Rice is widely respected for his exceptional judicial acumen and commitment to assisting parties in resolving complex disputes. He brings extensive experience in civil, commercial and class action matters, coupled with a measured and diligent approach to each case. We look forward to welcoming him to our distinguished panel.” Kimberly Taylor, JAMS CEO and president Judge Rice additionally served as chair of the Los Angeles Superior Court’s Temporary Judge Committee for 15 years and was a three-time member of the court’s Executive Committee. He also held leadership roles as assistant supervising judge of the criminal division and president of the Benjamin Aranda III chapter of the American Inns of Court. As a judicial officer, Judge Rice was elected as the president of the California Judges Association (CJA) (2017–2018) and served on the Judicial Council of California during the same time period. He is entering his fourth consecutive year as president of the California Judges Foundation, the philanthropic arm of CJA. He was recognized as Judge of the Year by the Long Beach Bar Association in 2020 and the South Bay Bar Association in 2012. Throughout his career, he has been a trusted mentor and teacher to colleagues, young lawyers and law students, offering guidance on both professional practice and the responsibilities of public service. “During my 22-year judicial career, I was dedicated to providing an opportunity for parties to be heard and successfully resolving complex disputes with civility and creativity. This philosophy will allow me to facilitate resolution of wide-ranging matters at JAMS,” said Judge Rice. Judge Rice earned his B.A., magna cum laude , from Tufts University and his J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law. About JAMS – The Way Forward   JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With nearly 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 .