New Class Reflects Expanding National Pipeline of Next-Generation Arbitration Talent AUSTIN, TX – At a time when businesses and law firms are increasingly seeking highly qualified arbitrators with diverse professional backgrounds and real-world industry experience, the College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) has announced the four professionals selected for its highly competitive 2026–2028 Associates Mentorship Program. Now entering its fifth class, the CCA Associates Mentorship Program …
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CCA Congratulates and Welcomes the New Fellows Class of 2026!
CCA welcomes 14 new Fellows in 2026. More information about our latest class will be coming soon! Ryan B. Abbot (New York, New York) Leslie A. Berkoff (New York, New York) J. Brian Casey (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) James D. Curphey (Columbus, Ohio) Fred Fucci (New York, New York) Mélida N. Hodgson (New York, New York) William D. Johnston (Wilmington, Delaware) Diana Kruze (San Francisco/Truckee, California) Jiyun C. Lee (San Francisco, California) Joel Richler …
Commentary: Why Arbitrators Could Not Stay Silent
There is a well-known confession attributed to Pastor Martin Niemöller, the German clergyman who survived the Nazi concentration camps. He described, with devastating simplicity, how he said nothing when the Nazis came for the socialists, said nothing when they came for the trade unionists, said nothing when they came for the Jews — and then found, when they came for him, that there was no one left to speak. The College of Commercial Arbitrators cited that confession in the amicus brief it filed …
Ahead of May 14 Hearing, College of Commercial Arbitrators Raises Concerns Over Government Actions Targeting Law Firms
Organization offers expert voices on implications for rule of law and dispute resolution Austin, TX — May 11, 2026 — As the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit prepares to hear oral arguments on May 14 in Perkins Coie LLP v. U.S. Department of Justice et al., the College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) is raising concerns about the broader implications of government actions targeting law firms and their clients. The case centers on Executive Orders directing federal …
Webinar: To Arbitrate or Not to Arbitrate, That Is the Question
Now available on demand For transactional lawyers, the decision to include an arbitration clause is rarely automatic. It requires a careful evaluation of the client’s business, the nature of potential disputes, and the practical realities of resolving them. In this recorded program, To Arbitrate or Not to Arbitrate, That Is the Question, experienced practitioners walk through the key considerations that should guide this decision. Framed around the “who, what, when, where, how, and why” of …
College of Commercial Arbitrators Files Amicus Brief in D.C. Circuit on Rule of Law Issues
On April 3, 2026, the College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) filed an amicus curiae brief in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, addressing issues central to the rule of law and the independence of legal representation. The brief was submitted in connection with ongoing litigation involving several major law firms and executive orders affecting their ability to represent certain clients. In its filing, the College emphasizes a foundational principle of …
College of Commercial Arbitrators Opens Applications for Associate Mentorship Program Focused on Building the Next Generation of Elite Arbitrators
AUSTIN, TX – In a profession where experience is essential, but opportunity can be difficult to access, the College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) is once again opening the door for emerging arbitrators ready to build lasting, high-quality careers in commercial arbitration. The CCA has opened applications for its 2026–2028 Associate Mentorship Program, a highly selective, two-year initiative designed to address one of the most persistent challenges in the field: how talented commercial …
The College of Commercial Arbitrators Welcomes 13 New Fellows and Announces 2025–2026 Executive Committee
AUSTIN, TX – October 28, 2025 – The College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA), a professional organization that promotes the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and best practices in commercial arbitration, is pleased to announce the induction of 13 new Fellows and the appointment of its 2025–2026 Executive Committee. CCA Fellows Class of 2025 • Jay Alexander – Alexander Arbitration, LLC, Dillon, CO• Tom Cunningham – Tom Alan Cunningham PLLC, Houston, TX• Renee Gerstman – Renee …
The College of Commercial Arbitrators Announces New Class of Associates for 2025–2027
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mentorship Program Advances Diversity and Excellence in Commercial Arbitration AUSTIN, TX – The College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) proudly announces the 2025–2027 class of CCA Associates—four standout dispute resolution professionals selected for the prestigious CCA Associates Mentorship Program. Launched in 2022, the CCA structured this groundbreaking initiative to help promising arbitrators from underrepresented backgrounds strengthen their commercial …
The College of Commercial Arbitrators Supports the Rule of Law
Austin, TX - The College of Commercial Arbitrators, a fellowship of over 200 leading commercial arbitrators, writes to reaffirm basic principles and values. The Rule of Law, due process, and adherence to the United States Constitution is fundamental to our system of government and way of life. As arbitrators, we apply and contribute to the Rule of Law in all our work. Within our fellowship, we may disagree about issues and policies. But we all agree that: About the College of …
