21 JAMS Neutrals Earn Recognition in 2025 Lexology Index: Commercial Mediation Report, with One Named Global Elite Thought Leader

Irvine, Calif. – JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that 21 neutrals have been recognized in the 2025 Lexology Index: Commercial Mediation report. According to Lexology Index, the report identifies leading mediation lawyers around the world who stand out for their excellence handling contentious commercial proceedings.

Hon. Daniel Weinstein (Ret.) was again identified as a Global Elite Thought Leader, a designation described by the organization as “the best of the best” across its research, achieved by only around 5% of listed practitioners.

“Congratulations to the 21 neutrals whose dedication and excellence have earned this well-deserved recognition, and once again made JAMS the most recognized provider by Lexology Index. They exemplify the thoughtful approach, leadership and integrity that define JAMS, and continue to set the standard in alternative dispute resolution.”

Kim Taylor, president and CEO of JAMS

Lexology Index, formerly Who’s Who Legal, has more than 25 years’ experience researching the global legal market. Its reports identify top legal professionals based on peer reviews, client feedback and rigorous evaluation criteria.

The following JAMS neutrals were recognized in the 2025 Lexology Index: Commercial Mediation report. Those who were also recognized as a Thought Leader, described by the organization as an individual who performed especially well, are denoted with an asterisk.

• John B. Bates, Jr., Esq.
• William J. Cahill (Ret.)
• Richard Chernick, Esq.*
• Zela “Zee” G. Claiborne, Esq.
• Terrence Lee Croft, Esq.
• Robert B. Davidson, Esq., FCIArb*
• David Geronemus, Esq.*
• Kenneth C. Gibbs, Esq.
• Edward A. Infante (Ret.)
• Gerald A. Kurland, Esq.
• Michael K. Lewis, Esq.*
• Lawrence R. Mills, Esq.
• Lawrence W. Pollack, Esq.
• Vivien B. Shelanski, Esq.*
• Linda R. Singer, Esq.
• Joe Tirado
• Eric E. Van Loon, Esq.
• Daniel Weinstein (Ret.)*
• Rebecca Westerfield (Ret.)
• Cathy Yanni, Esq.
• Michael D. Young, Esq.*

The full 2025 Lexology Index: Commercial Mediation report can be found here.

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