Mr. Lewis shared his expertise as an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law Center from 1983 to 2007, shaping the next generation of legal minds.
WASHINGTON, DC, June 13, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Michael K. Lewis, Esq., has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Lewis has carved a unique path in dispute resolution, standing out as a preeminent figure over an illustrious career spanning several decades. His current role as a mediator, arbitrator, and court-appointed neutral at JAMS Inc. in Irvine, California, since 2004, is a testament to his excellence in commercial mediation and arbitration. Mr. Lewis’s tenure at the firm is distinguished by his adept handling of complex cases and his unwavering commitment to impartiality and fairness, making him a standout figure in the field.
Before joining JAMS Inc., Mr. Lewis owned a dispute resolution firm from 1994 to 2004, where he honed his skills and built a reputation for resolving disputes efficiently and effectively. His career in dispute resolution began at the National Institute for Dispute Resolution in 1990, laying the groundwork for his future successes. Additionally, Mr. Lewis shared his expertise as an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law Center from 1983 to 2007, shaping the next generation of legal minds.
Mr. Lewis’s success as a mediator is not just a professional achievement but a personal journey. His commitment to helping parties resolve their disputes by focusing on solutions rather than conflicts is a philosophy nurtured during his comprehensive education and early experiences in mediation during law school. This shift in his approach led Mr. Lewis away from traditional legal practice towards mediation, where he found his true calling.
Before embarking on his distinguished career in law and mediation, Mr. Lewis served in the U.S. Foreign Service for five years. This invaluable international experience and insights have shaped his unique approach to mediation, instilling a deep understanding of diverse perspectives and a commitment to finding equitable solutions.
Mr. Lewis’s academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in political science and government from Dartmouth College and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Georgetown University Law Center. His expertise in commercial mediation and arbitration is further recognized through his active membership in the dispute resolution section of the American Bar Association, where he contributes to the advancement of dispute resolution practices.
Besides his professional contributions, Mr. Lewis has been active civically as a board member for the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington, D.C., the Autism Science Foundation, and the Consensus Building Institute. He has also been recognized for his service on the steering committee of the Divided Community Project.
Mr. Lewis aims to continue practicing his craft, focusing on serving his clients’ needs and ensuring that each case he mediates on is approached with the same dedication and expertise that has defined his career thus far. He has notably mediated and arbitrated hundreds of complex, multi-party, high-profile matters throughout his career.
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