Miami, Fla. – JAMS, the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that Gill S. Freeman (Retired Judge 11th Judicial Circuit) has been honored with the Miami-Dade Bar David W. Dyer Professionalism Award. The award was presented during the Miami-Dade Bar Installation Gala on June 15, 2024, at the Mana Wynwood Convention Center in Miami.
The David W. Dyer Professionalism Award was established in 1997 and is the most prestigious distinction awarded by the Miami-Dade Bar. The award is given to a lawyer or judge whose conduct reflects and honors the integrity, humility, compassion and professionalism displayed by Judge Dyer throughout his entire career.
“Ms. Freeman’s leadership and adeptness demonstrate her commitment to putting her best foot forward in all that she does. As the third JAMS neutral to receive this award, Ms. Freeman is continuing our organization’s tradition of excellence and esteemed character in every aspect of our work.”
Chris Poole, JAMS CEO
Ms. Freeman joined JAMS from the Miami-Dade Circuit Court, where she served for nearly 20 years and was highly regarded for her handling of a broad range of legal matters, especially complex business/commercial, construction and family law matters. Known for her warm personality, calm demeanor and thorough preparation, Ms. Freeman was also the first judge to preside over the Complex Business Division, serving there for five years.
The Miami-Dade Bar is the largest lawyer network in Miami-Dade County and one of the largest voluntary bar associations in Florida. The organization provides its members with networking opportunities, high-quality and timely continuing legal education, and leadership development opportunities for attorneys.
More information about the Miami-Dade Bar can be found here.
About JAMS – Local Solutions. Global Reach.
Founded in 1979, JAMS is the largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution services worldwide. JAMS successfully resolves and manages business and legal disputes by providing efficient, cost-effective and impartial ways to overcome barriers at any stage of conflict. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services locally and globally through a combination of industry-specific experience, first-class client service, the latest technology and highly trained mediators and arbitrators.
With a roster of over 400 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS resolves thousands of the world’s important cases every year. JAMS neutrals are adept at managing the resolution process whether they are conducting in-person, virtual or hybrid hearings.
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