The American Arbitration Association® (AAA®) is now accepting applications to the 2024 Diverse Student ADR Summit in New York City on November 9-10, 2024. This program provides an in-depth look at careers in arbitration and mediation.
Presenters will include experienced ADR professionals, litigators, and in-house counsel from various backgrounds who will outline a successful career path as an arbitrator or mediator and discuss how to avoid potential pitfalls along the way. Attendees will learn the importance of focusing on a specific industry, networking, connecting with mentors, gaining relevant experience, and building a good reputation in the field.
The program is open to 2nd and 3rd-year law students who identify as members of groups historically underrepresented in the ADR field. Accepted students will receive a scholarship of up to $2,000 to cover round-trip travel to and hotel expenses in New York.
TO APPLY, click here to submit the following items:
- Resume
- Statement of Interest
- One faculty or professional recommendation
- An essay on the future of ADR (350-500 words)
Application Deadline: September 25, 2024
Location
American Arbitration Association
150 East 42nd Street, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10017
To learn more about the program, please click here. Should any questions arise, feel free to contact the organizer at [email protected].