Bruce A. Friedman, Esq. Joins JAMS in Santa Monica

SANTA MONICA – JAMS, the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide, today announced the addition of Bruce A. Friedman, Esq. to its panel. Mr. Friedman will be based in the JAMS Santa Monica Resolution Center. He will serve as a mediator, arbitrator and special master in a variety of disputes including Business/Commercial, Class Action/Mass Torts, Entertainment/Sports, Environmental, Financial Markets, Insurance, Professional Liability and Real Estate.

Mr. Friedman began his neutral career after nearly 40 years as a trial lawyer handling cases in a number of areas including insurance, class action, business, and professional liability. He is known for his ability to form positive relationships with both counsel and clients.  He was also lead trial counsel in dozens of jury trials, bench trials and arbitrations and routinely represented clients in high-stakes litigation.

“Bruce has been noted for his perseverance and tenacity to reach a resolution,” said Chris Poole, JAMS president and CEO. “Parties on both sides of the bar respect and enjoy working with him. We’re thrilled to have him join our panel.”

“JAMS is the gold standard of ADR providers,” said Mr. Friedman. “I’m looking forward to growing my ADR practice and working alongside the talented panelists and with the superior case management team.”

Mr. Friedman received his B.A. with honors from Claremont McKenna College and his J.D. with honors from George Washington University School of Law.

About JAMS, The Resolution Experts

Founded in 1979, JAMS, The Resolution Experts is the largest private provider of mediation and arbitration services worldwide. With Resolution Centers nationwide and abroad, JAMS and its nearly 300 exclusive neutrals are responsible for resolving thousands of the world’s important cases. JAMS may be reached at 800-352-5267 or by visiting www.jamsadr.com.