Moving the Needle Toward Resolution: Advanced ADR Design in Divorce Cases

As the landscape of family law continues to evolve, attorneys have more dispute resolution options than ever before. Selecting the right process—and knowing when to adapt it—can significantly impact outcomes for clients and their families.

Join JAMS for an engaging and interactive 90-minute CLE program exploring advanced strategies for designing effective alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes in divorce and family law matters. Led by an esteemed panel of family law practitioners and moderated by Hon. Grace G. Dickler (Ret.), JAMS Neutral, this discussion will provide practical insights into how attorneys can strategically utilize mediation, collaborative law, and other ADR processes to resolve disputes more efficiently and effectively.

Panelists will explore topics including:

• Selecting the most appropriate dispute resolution process for each case
• The intersection of mediation and collaborative law
• Preparing clients for successful mediation
• Strategies for resolving complex financial and parenting disputes
• Effective advocacy and negotiation techniques in mediation 
• Emerging trends shaping the future of family law ADR, including the impact of artificial intelligence 

Attendees will gain practical guidance, real-world perspectives, and actionable strategies that can be immediately applied to their family law practice.

Event Details

Date
Thursday, October 22, 2026

CLE Program
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Networking Reception
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Join us immediately following the program for hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine, and an opportunity to connect with fellow family law professionals and the panelists.

Location
JAMS Chicago Resolution Center
71 S. Wacker Drive, 22nd Floor
Sullivan & Burnham Conference Rooms
Chicago, IL 60606

CLE Credit
90 Minutes of Illinois General Skills Credit (Pending Approval)

Moderator

• Hon. Grace G. Dickler (Ret.) – Neutral, JAMS

Panelists

• Aura Lichtenberg – Partner, Berger Schatz
• Beth McCormack – Equity Partner, Beermann LLP
• Adam Kibort – Partner, Grund & Leavitt
• Jason Sposeep – Senior Partner, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck