Diversity in ADR

Join us in celebrating Pride Month, an annual commemoration of the impactful contributions by the LGBTQ community to history, society, and cultures worldwide. At JAMS, we believe that diversity enriches the quality of our services. We remain dedicated in pursuing increased diversity within our workplace and among ADR practitioners. Learn more about our DE&I initiatives. https://hubs.la/Q02zkz0R0 #pridemonth #lgbtq #celebratediversity

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, JAMS is proud to highlight the contributions of the AAPI community. In this article, JAMS VP of Operations Melissa Lelaind discusses how JAMS has organized events and programs to empower our Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander associates. Learn more. https://hubs.la/Q02ySgM_0 #aapi #aapiheritagemonth #celebratediversity

JAMS neutral Marc Fong, Esq. began his legal career when he founded Fong & Fong in 1978 with his brother Ric. His early success with using alternative dispute resolution in HOA construction defect litigation spurred him to expand his law practice to include ADR nearly 20 years ago. Learn how deep listening, curiosity and persistence have informed his approaches to mediation and arbitration. https://hubs.la/Q02ycK880 #aapi #aapiheritagemonth #celebratediversity

International mediator and arbitrator Sukhsimranjit Singh, Ph.D. has visited 55 countries and is fluent in multiple languages, including Punjabi and Hindi. He approaches his work at JAMS “with a lot of empathy and connection-building, which is based on cross-cultural competence and understanding.” Watch the video to learn more about Dr. Singh. https://hubs.la/Q02xLDYN0 #appi #appiheritagemonth #celebratediversity

Hon. Dean Lum (ret.) joined JAMS in Seattle after a distinguished career as a prosecutor, civil litigator and King County Superior Court judge. In this My Story video, Judge Lum talks about the opportunities he was afforded during his personal and professional journey and how they spurred his commitment to giving back to the community. https://hubs.la/Q02xgB-70 #aapi #aapiheritagemonth #celebratediversity

A recipient of the Trailblazer Award from the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Hon. Kirk H. Nakamura (Ret.) handled some of the Orange County Superior Court’s most high-profile cases and led the court during the first year of the pandemic. Judge Nakamura also has served in leading roles in both state and local AAPI bar associations over the past 25 years. https://hubs.la/Q02wCJjt0 #aapiheritagemonth #aapi #celebratediversity

Please join JAMS in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Island (AAPI) Heritage Month and recognizing the AAPI community’s contributions to American culture and society, including science and medicine, literature and art, sports and recreation, government and politics, and activism and law. The AAPI umbrella term encompasses individuals from the entire Asian continent—including East, Southeast and South Asia—and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. https://hubs.la/Q02vD_BF0 #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPI #celebratediversity

Congratulations to Hon. Hugh Fraser (Ret.) on being honored with the Luminary Award by the University of the West Indies, which recognizes notable individuals of Caribbean heritage who have made international impacts or highlighted significant issues affecting the Caribbean region. Justice Fraser's impactful career spans decades of service on the Ontario Court of Justice and includes significant roles in sports arbitration, notably for the Court of Arbitration for Sport. https://hubs.la/Q02v6Vqx0 #luminarywward #sportslaw #adr

Now in its third year, the JAMS Diversity Fellowship Program is accepting applications from individuals across the country who have a diverse perspective as a result of their adaptability, cultural fluency, resilience and life experience. In addition, attorneys with at least 10 years of litigation experience, academics with an ADR background or those with other industry-specific experience are encouraged to apply. https://lnkd.in/gBvBkcwy #diversityfellowship #diversityinlaw #adr

Interested in becoming a JAMS Diversity Fellow and receiving mentorship, ADR practice development and marketing guidance and networking opportunities? Watch the video to hear from previous JAMS Diversity fellows Genesis Fisher, Esq., now a JAMS neutral, and mediator Cyrus Dugger of The Dugger Law Firm, PLLC. Learn more about the application process here: https://hubs.la/Q02sXBGr0 #diversityfellowship #diversityinADR #mentorshipopportunities