Hon. Michael R. Panter, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently joined Law360’s Approach the Bench podcast for an episode titled, “Judge Panter on Mediating vs. Judging.” In his conversation with the hosts, he discusses the difference between deciding a case as a judge and helping parties resolve a case as a mediator. […]
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ADR Systems is excited to welcome Hon. Brendan A. O’Brien, (Ret.) as a new senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems. Judge O’Brien previously served for 10 years in the Circuit Court of Cook County, managing a heavy caseload in the Law Division Trial Section, settling more than 1,000 cases in the past five years […]
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ADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for September 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for August 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
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ADR Systems’ senior mediators and arbitrators are so effective at settling employment, contract and insurance coverage disputes that they appear in almost every edition of the Commercial Settlement Report. Our neutrals’ skill at settling these cases is rooted in their legal acumen and ability to facilitate dialogue between business professionals, underscore the risk of litigation and […]
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for July 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for June 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for May 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
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Hon. Helaine L. Berger, (Ret.) and Hon. Margaret A. Brennan, (Ret.), senior mediators and arbitrators at ADR Systems, recently presented at the Supreme Court of Greece as part of the Chicago Bar Association’s Continuing Legal Education Abroad program. Judge Berger and Judge Brennan participated in “Alternative Dispute Resolution in the U.S. and Greece,” an interactive […]
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Hon. Margaret A. Brennan, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently served as a mock trial judge for The Chicago School. The students — master’s candidates in forensic psychology — each took the stand and presented expert witness testimony as to a defendant’s competency to stand trial. In this experiential learning exercise, all […]
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for April 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for March 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for February 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
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Hon. Janet Adams Brosnahan, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently published an article in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin. Her article, Finding Inspiration When Rule of Law Appears to Be Under Attack, reflects on personal experiences and professional insights that shaped her perspective on the legal profession.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for January 2026, which features a sample of complex commercial cases recently settled by our mediators. Review the report now.
Read MoreExcellent set up, neutrals and administration. Judge Ward is one of the best mediators I have ever worked with in over 80 mediations.
Craig Hoffman, Esq.Ruberry, Stalmack & Garvey, LLC
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