Thomas Stipanowich

Thomas J. Stipanowich is a prominent figure in the field of dispute resolution, serving as both a mediator and arbitrator at JAMS (Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services).2 His expertise lies in handling large and complex commercial and construction cases, both in the United States and internationally.2

Professional Background

Stipanowich holds several distinguished positions:

• William H. Webster Chair in Dispute Resolution and Professor of Law at Pepperdine University1
• Professor at the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, which has been ranked as the top academic dispute resolution program for many years1
• Experienced commercial and construction arbitrator, mediator, facilitator, and special master1

Academic Contributions

Stipanowich is a leading scholar in the field of dispute resolution:

• Co-authored the influential five-volume treatise "Federal Arbitration Law: Agreements, Awards & Remedies Under the Federal Arbitration Act"1
• Co-authored "Resolving Disputes: Theory, Law and Practice," a law school course book1
• Twice won the CPR Institute's First Prize for Professional Articles1
• Received the D'Alemberte-Raven Award from the ABA Section on Dispute Resolution in 20081

Professional Affiliations and Roles

Stipanowich is involved in various professional organizations:

• Member of the Executive Committee of the International Task Force on Mixed Mode Dispute Resolution Processes1
• Advisor on the ALI Restatement of U.S. Law on International Arbitration1
• Former Editor-in-Chief of the College of Commercial Arbitrators Protocols for Expeditious, Cost Effective Commercial Arbitration1
• On the Advisory Board of the New York International Arbitration Center1
• Member of the Academic Council of the Institute for Transnational Arbitration (ITA)1

Experience as Mediator and Arbitrator

Stipanowich has extensive experience in dispute resolution:

• Received appointments through various organizations including AAA, JAMS, ICDR, ICC, and the CPR Institute1
• Specializes in large and complex cases in the U.S. and internationally2
• Joined JAMS in 2019, based in their Century City Resolution Center3
• Serves as an international arbitrator, mediator, special master, and neutral evaluator3

Thomas Stipanowich's diverse background in academia, scholarship, and practical dispute resolution makes him a highly respected figure in the field of mediation and arbitration.