JAMS Pulse – Spring 2026

Welcome to the Spring Edition

We’re pleased to share the latest news, insights and updates from across JAMS. In this issue, you’ll find recent announcements, regional developments and thought leadership from our neutrals and executives. From evolving ADR trends to practical strategies for resolving complex disputes, this edition highlights the ideas shaping the future of dispute resolution.

News & Updates

Focused on the Future of Technology Disputes

JAMS recently launched its Technology Industry Group, a focused offering designed to address the growing volume and complexity of disputes across technology-driven industries. The group supports matters involving AI, intellectual property, cybersecurity, blockchain, digital assets, FinTech, HealthTech and other emerging technologies.

“The Technology Industry Group is a natural evolution of the work already taking place at JAMS. It provides a clearer framework for addressing disputes that involve technical subject matter, significant commercial stakes and increasingly complex regulatory considerations. By organizing this work into a dedicated practice, we are making it easier for parties and counsel to engage the appropriate experience, procedural tools and operational support these matters often require.” - Kimberly Taylor, JAMS CEO and president

The State of ADR: Growth, Demand and Impact  

JAMS, in collaboration with Law.com, recently released findings from its 2025 ADR Industry Trends Survey, reinforcing that ADR is now a core component of legal strategy. Nearly half of attorneys report using ADR at least once per month, with mediation continuing to lead as the most widely used process.

The survey also highlights key drivers behind this growth, including efficiency, cost savings and increasing client demand for faster, more flexible dispute resolution.

Efficiency Meets Innovation: Updated International Rules

JAMS recently updated its International Arbitration Rules and Procedures to enhance clarity, modernize processes and support more efficient proceedings. The revisions reflect a broader focus on innovation and sustainability in global dispute resolution.

Continued Growth in Key Markets

JAMS continues to invest in its Resolution Centers in Atlanta, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., enhancing client experience and supporting increased demand in these regions.

New & Noteworthy Insights: Articles & Blogs

Explore recent insights from JAMS neutrals:  

• “The Emotionology of Arbitration and Mediation” – Gilbert K. Squires, P.E., BCS, FCCA, DCIARB
• “Where Litigation Ends and Resolution Begins” – Myriam Lehr, Retired Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit
• “Lawyers, Don’t Miss the Cultural Clues in Dispute Resolution” – Hon. Angel M. Bermudez (Ret.)
• “The Early Mediation Advantage: How to Save Time and Money” – Sandy M. Kaplan, Esq.

Podcasts

• How Mediation Styles Can Shape Outcomes: Timing, Cultural Awareness and Preparation: A focused discussion on how mediation style shapes outcomes, featuring JAMS neutrals Giuseppe De Palo and Tim Hardy
• Mass Tort Mediation Strategies: Managing Emotions and Understanding Key Legal Trends: JAMS neutrals Lexi Myer-Wolfe and Jordy Feldman discuss strategies for resolving complex mass tort disputes.

Videos

Learn more about our neutrals through these video snapshots, which provide an overview of their backgrounds, extraordinary careers and the experiences that shaped them.

Focus on Hon. Cheri Beasley (Ret.)

Focus on Jim Alexander