JAMS and CEDR Announce Strategic Alliance.

IRVINE, Calif. & LONDON -- The two leading providers of mediation services in the United States and Europe announced today a strategic alliance to assist clients in the mediation of business and commercial disputes.

This alliance brings together JAMS, the largest private ADR provider in the United States, and CEDR, the premier mediation provider in Europe. Through a newly created referral service, this new relationship allows each organization to provide law firms and international businesses with greater access to mediation services performed by a wide range of experienced neutrals.

"The growth of complex mediation in the international arena continues to increase as more companies are using ADR to resolve a multitude of international disputes," said Steve Price, JAMS President and CEO. "We are happy to be aligned with CEDR and their top notch mediators, who resolve disputes throughout the EU."

"Our alliance with JAMS means that businesses involved in transatlantic disputes can be reassured that wherever their dispute is based they can always gain access to a local mediator of the highest quality," said Karl Mackie, CEDR Chief Executive, "CEDR's approach to quality mirrors that of JAMS and we look forward to working together to develop even more effective dispute resolution for today's global markets. Best practice informs and educates - this alliance will assist in our continuing efforts to broaden the field for European clients and civil justice systems."

About JAMS, The Resolution Experts

Founded in 1979, JAMS, The Resolution Experts, is the nation's largest private provider of alternative dispute resolution services. With 23 Resolution Centers across the United States, JAMS and its more than 200 full-time, exclusive neutrals are responsible for resolving thousands of important cases each year. JAMS may be reached at 01-949-224-1810 and on the web at www.jamsadr.com.

About CEDR, The Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution

CEDR is the leading mediation provider within the United Kingdom and Europe. An independent non-profit organization, CEDR has been supported by multinational business and leading professional bodies since 1990. Its track record of over 10,000 dispute referrals includes some of the most complex cases ever to be brought to mediation. CEDR may be reached at 44-020-7536- 6000 and on the web at www.cedr.co.uk.