23 JAMS Neutrals Recognized by Who’s Who Legal for Commercial Mediation

Irvine, Calif. – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that 23 JAMS neutrals have been recognized by Who’s Who Legal (WWL) in the WWL: Commercial Mediation 2023 report and WWL Thought Leaders: USA report under the “commercial mediation” category.

According to WWL, these neutrals are recognized for their outstanding expertise, commitment and effectiveness in their commercial mediation practices. Neutrals distinguished as “Thought Leaders” received especially high marks during WWL’s research and evaluation.

Additionally, Hon. Daniel Weinstein (Ret.) was named a “Global Elite Thought Leader” in the WWL: Commercial Mediation 2023 report, which is achieved by only around 5% of listed practitioners.

With the most listings of any provider in this report, we are proud of and congratulate these neutrals on this well-deserved recognition. Their dedication to achieving resolutions in complex commercial disputes is a testament to their skill, experience and commitment to the highest standards of mediation.

- Chris Poole, JAMS CEO

Created in 1996, Who's Who Legal conducts extensive research and surveys within the legal industry to recognize outstanding lawyers, attorneys and law firms worldwide. It provides a comprehensive listing of top legal professionals based on peer reviews, client feedback and rigorous evaluation criteria.

The following JAMS neutrals were recognized in the WWL: Commercial Mediation 2023 report. Those who were also recognized in the WWL Thought Leaders: USA report are noted with an asterisk.

John B. Bates, Jr., Esq.

Hon. William J. Cahill (Ret.)

Zela “Zee” G. Claiborne, Esq.

Richard Chernick, Esq.

Terrence Lee Croft, Esq.

Robert B. Davidson, Esq., FCIArb*

David Geronemus, Esq.*

Kenneth C. Gibbs, Esq.

John W. Hinchey, Esq.*

Hon. Edward A. Infante (Ret.)

Gerald A. Kurland, Esq.

Michael K. Lewis, Esq.*

James E. McGuire, Esq.

Lawrence R. Mills, Esq.

Andrew D. Ness, Esq.

Lawrence W. Pollack, Esq.

Vivien B. Shelanski, Esq.*

Linda R. Singer, Esq.

Eric E. Van Loon, Esq.

Hon. Daniel Weinstein (Ret.)*

Hon. Rebecca Westerfield (Ret.)

Cathy Yanni

Michael D. Young, Esq.*

The full WWL: Commercial Mediation 2023 report can be accessed here, and the full WWL Thought Leaders: USA report can be found here.

About JAMS – Local Solutions. Global Reach.

Founded in 1979, JAMS is the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution services worldwide. JAMS successfully resolves and manages 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.

With a roster of over 400 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS resolves thousands of the world’s important cases every year. JAMS neutrals are adept at managing the resolution process whether they are conducting in-person, virtual or hybrid hearings.

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