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Effective January 1, 2025, new Business and Professions Code section 6173 requires the State Bar to create a voluntary certification program for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) firms, providers, and practitioners. This program aims to promote adherence to ethical standard for ADR services and establish consumer protection mechanisms. State Bar staff formed an ADR Certification Working Group to develop the framework and implementation strategy for this new certification program.
Learn more about the Working Group's Charge.
The working group includes 21 nominated and appointed members. Members were selected to ensure comprehensive expertise and diverse experience in alternative dispute resolution, consumer protection, and program administration.
Erika Doherty, 415-538-2172, Erika.Doherty@calbar.ca.govAlan Wiener, 213-765-1157, Alan.Wiener@calbar.ca.gov Chair: Hon. Risë Pichon (Ret.)
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