Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a spectrum of less costly and more expeditious alternatives to litigation, where a neutral party assists the disputing parties in reaching resolution. ADR allows for more creative and collaborative solutions than that of traditional litigation.

What are JAMS "Neutrals?"

At JAMS, clients are assisted by expert, professional neutrals (retired/former judges and attorneys) who use a full range of dispute resolution processes between direct negotiation and litigation to achieve resolution. A "neutral" is a third party privately retained by the parties to act in neutral capacity in the dispute resolution process selected by the parties.

Alternative Dispute Resolution at JAMS

Our comprehensive ADR menu includes:

• Arbitration options allowing the parties to define the process best suited to resolve their dispute, including customized rules, discovery protocols, an appeal procedure and other efficiencies
• Facilitative and evaluative mediation processes with rigorously prepared neutrals committed to achieving creative, collaborative results
• Neutral analysis, including evaluations and mock exercises that allow attorneys to reassess risk and refine their strategies
• Sample ADR contract clauses that stipulate to mediation or arbitration in advance of a dispute and can be tailored to include custom content