JAMS Pulse – Fall 2025

Welcome to the Fall Edition

We’re excited to bring you the latest news, insights and updates from across JAMS. In this issue, you’ll find key announcements, regional highlights, and thought leadership from our neutrals and executives. Be sure to explore our blogs, articles and videos to stay connected with the evolving world of ADR.

News & Updates

Expanding ADR Leadership With New Labor Rules

JAMS has launched a dedicated Labor Arbitration practice group and introduced the new JAMS Labor Arbitration Rules (Labor Rules). These rules govern binding arbitrations of labor disputes, providing clear guidance for cases under collective bargaining agreements and post-dispute arbitration agreements.

“The launch of our Labor Arbitration practice group and Labor Rules marks a significant step in expanding the reach of our service offerings,” said Elizabeth Carter, JAMS senior vice president, operations. “Attorneys, union representatives and their clients will benefit from the depth of experience within the JAMS labor panel, which includes attorneys, retired judges and ADR professionals with strong backgrounds in labor law.”

Supporting ADR Around the Globe: The Weinstein JAMS International Fellowship Program Class of 2025

We’re proud to welcome the newest class of Weinstein JAMS International Fellows, representing countries where ADR practices are still developing. Since its inception, the program has trained over 150 Fellows from more than 90 countries.

This year’s eight Weinstein JAMS International Fellows are:

• Jorge Alonso Rodrigo (Spain)
• Iva Břízová (Czech Republic)
• Christian Radu Chereji (Romania)
• Luciana Drimel Dias (Brazil)
• Maksym Khodakivskyi (Ukraine)
• Thidarat Liamsomboon (Thailand)
• Nitish Ram Sadhu (Australia/Fiji)
• Maedot Yeshak Tesfaye (Ethiopia)

Regional Highlights: Growth in Houston

JAMS continues to strengthen its presence in Texas with developments that reflect both the growing demand for ADR in the region and JAMS’ commitment to providing spaces and services that support complex domestic and cross-border matters.

Expanding Presence in Texas

• Best ADR Provider: JAMS was honored as the top ADR provider in Austin, Dallas and Houston in the Texas Lawyer “Best Of” survey.
• Houston International Arbitration Center: Opened in June, this dedicated space supports Houston’s growth as an arbitral hub, offering expanded access to international arbitration services. Justice Massengale highlighted in Law360 how judicial reforms in Mexico create new opportunities for ADR in the region.

Thought Leadership at JAMS

Our neutrals and executives continue to shape the conversation around mediation, arbitration and ADR through podcasts, articles and videos.

Podcasts

• The JAMS Podcast Evolving Challenges in Employment Mediation: Gary Fowler, Donna Marie Melby and Stephen P. Sonnenberg share perspectives on managing emotions, adapting strategies and navigating legal trends.
• “Cup of Justice” podcast: JAMS CEO Kim Taylor discusses the current landscape of mediation and arbitration.

Articles & Blogs

Explore the latest insights from our neutrals:

• “Control, Creativity, Closure: The Mediation Advantage” by Hon. Morton Denlow (Ret.) and Harshitha Ram, Esq.
• “When Arbitration Is Required, Should You Still Try Mediation First?” by Marc Alan Fong, Esq.
• “Complex Case Mediation: 6 Essential Tips for Attorneys to Succeed” by Jill M. Manning
• “From Conflict to Clarity: Why the ADR Experience Matters in Successful Resolution” by Gina Miller

The Next Chapter: Welcoming JAMS’ New Neutrals

 Videos and Announcements

Get to know a few of our newer neutrals through video profiles and announcements highlighting their careers and perspectives:

• Judge Shashi Kewalramani (Ret).
• Sean F. Cox, Retired Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
• Heather McFarlane, Esq.
• Hon. Bernice Bouie Donald (Ret.)
• Hon. Anil C. Singh (Ret.)

Stay Connected

For more updates, visit the JAMS website to explore the latest news, resources and thought leadership in ADR.