American Arbitration Association

Yesterday, we explored the future of arbitration at New York Arbitration Week with “International Arbitration in the Age of AI: Adapting, Innovating, Leading.” Two dynamic panels, moderated by AAA President and CEO Bridget Mary McCormack, delved into: ✨ How AI is revolutionizing dispute resolution. ✨ Opportunities, challenges and the future of arbitration in an AI-driven world. Thank you to New York International Arbitration Center Chair Louis B. Kimmelman for your opening remarks and to our outstanding panelists: Suffolk University Law School Dean Andrew Perlman, Decisioncraft Arbitrator and Mediator Stacy Guillon, Creative Lawyers Founder Jennifer Leonard, Ford Motor Company Managing Director of Legal Operations and Litigation Counsel Darth Vaughn, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP Director of Practice Innovation Ilona Logvinova, and LexFusion Founder D. Casey Flaherty. Your expertise and the engaging discussions were truly inspiring and energized everyone in the room! We’re excited to keep leading these vital conversations. Stay tuned for what’s next! #NYArbitrationWeek #AAAICDR #AI #FutureofLaw #FutureofDisputeResolution #Innovation

During the most recent episode of the AAAi Podcast, AAA President & CEO Bridget Mary McCormack discussed various legal operating systems and noted that the incentive for change is not uniform across the industry. She anticipates a growing interest in innovation and sees AI as a powerful tool to upgrade these operating systems, enhancing efficiency in legal decision-making. Watch the clip below or on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dyduJMfF Tune in to Episode 7, where Bridget Mary McCormack and Zach Abramowitz are joined by Ford Motor Company’s AGC Darth Vaughn and Senior Counsel Whitney Stefko Dover to discuss AI’s transformative impact on the legal landscape. Listen to the full episode: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eaWFVyS3  Apple: https://lnkd.in/eNQbqt7Y  YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e7Qvq_jc  AAAiLab: https://lnkd.in/eFbBX-kJ #AAAiPodcast #AI #LegalTech #AAA #AAAICDR

In today’s changing legal landscape, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is a powerful tool for efficient, cost-effective and private dispute management. Our latest blog dives into the top questions attorneys ask us about ADR, covering everything from arbitrator selection to mediation integration and key differences between arbitration and litigation. Discover how the AAA-ICDR expertise supports law firms and their clients in navigating ADR’s strategic advantages. Read more to see how these insights can benefit your practice! Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eW7qT5ks Jeffrey T. Zaino Mansi Karol

In 2023, 848 international cases were filed with the AAA-ICDR, involving a total of USD $5 billion in claims and counterclaims. These cases included a single claim with a value of USD $600 million. Such impressive global volume and expertise underscore the AAA-ICDR’s capacity to navigate complex international disputes for clients in every part of the world. Download 2023 international caseload data for full details: https://bit.ly/3AqbBn1

ICDR is proud to support Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)'s Asia Pacific Diploma in International Commercial, a nine-day intensive course to be held in Singapore March 1 – 9, 2025. Experienced professionals are invited to fast-track their arbitration career and learn from leading international arbitration experts including Thara Gopalan (ICDR Vice President) and IDCR Panelists Dr Caroline Kenny KC C.Arb FCIArb (International Arbitrator) and Amanda Lees FCIArb (Partner at King & Wood Mallesons). Participants will learn the law, practice and procedure of international commercial arbitration and will attend practical group workshops. Upon completing the program, candidates will be awarded a Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration and advance to the Peer Interview of the International Arbitration pathway. Once successful in the Peer Interview, candidates will be eligible to apply for the Fellow grade of CIArb and enjoy a range of educational and professional benefits. Interested individuals should submit a copy of their full CV and Practicing Certificate to [email protected] by November 29, 2024.

AAAiLab is your source for the latest thinking on AI in ADR from the American Arbitration Association. It is where we share our point of view on advancing #ADR through innovative and responsible use of generative AI. Follow our AI journey at https://bit.ly/4acHaht.

In the latest episode of the AAAi Podcast, AAA President & CEO Bridget Mary McCormack discusses her belief that change management and AI adoption should be a top-down and bottom-up process. She emphasizes that companies that succeed in this area are those where the C-suite actively uses the tools and empowers employees at all levels to explore how AI technology can enhance their work experience. Watch the clip below or on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d7jfuyvy Tune in to Episode 7 as Bridget Mary McCormack and Zach Abramowitz delve into AI’s transformative impact on the legal landscape, featuring insights from Ford Motor Company’s AGC Darth Vaughn and Senior Counsel Whitney Stefko Dover. Listen to the full episode: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eaWFVyS3   Apple: https://lnkd.in/eNQbqt7Y   YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e7Qvq_jc   AAAiLab: https://lnkd.in/eFbBX-kJ #AAAiPodcast #AI #LegalTech #AAA #AAAICDR

Luis Martinez and Thara Gopalan, vice presidents of the AAA-ICDR, recently sat down with J.P. Duffy, partner at ReedSmith, to discuss the ICDR’s strategic plans, spotlighting trends and goals for the ICDR in Asia. The interview explores the ICDR’s role in the global arbitration landscape, the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in this dynamic region, and the potential impact of these developments on the global arbitration community. To listen to the full interview, click here: https://lnkd.in/evYryJXV #ICDR #AAAICDR #ADR #Arbitration

With the 2024 Construction SuperConference (CSC) just around the corner, the time to secure your spot at this premier event for construction and legal professionals is right now. From December 9-11 in Las Vegas, workshops and discussions at the Super Conference will provide critical insights into the latest trends and challenges impacting the construction industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with AAA-ICDR experts in their sessions and at their booth to learn how their industry-leading #ADR solutions can revolutionize the way you execute your most important projects. Save your spot and join these informative discussions when you register today: https://bit.ly/4cXFZ5B

In the most recent episode of the AAAi Podcast, Darth Vaughn, AGC at Ford Motor Company, discusses the hesitancy some attorneys feel when adopting AI technology. While they incorrectly assume it will create more work than it will eliminate, Darth argues that failing to adapt to AI quickly will put law firms at a disadvantage. Darth also anticipates that as workloads continue to grow, attorneys will need to leverage AI tools to deliver legal services effectively. Watch the clip below or on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dSdbJ2ZE Tune in to Episode 7 as Darth explores the impact of AI on the legal landscape with Ford Motor Company’s Senior Counsel Whitney Stefko Dover and podcast hosts Bridget Mary McCormack and Zach Abramowitz. Listen to the full episode: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eaWFVyS3   Apple: https://lnkd.in/eNQbqt7Y   YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e7Qvq_jc   AAAiLab: https://lnkd.in/eFbBX-kJ #AAAiPodcast #AI #LegalTech #AAA #AAAICDR