Boston – JAMS, the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, is pleased to announce that Hon. Thomas Drechsler (Ret.) has joined its panel. He brings decades of experience as a trial lawyer and Superior Court judge.

Judge Drechsler served on the Massachusetts Superior Court from 2014 to 2026. He handled a broad docket of civil and criminal cases, including business disputes, employment matters, personal injury claims, civil rights actions and serious felony trials. He also successfully presided over a large number of judicial settlement conferences. During his tenure as a regional administrative judge, he was responsible for case management in all civil matters to ensure efficient, fair and equitable case resolutions.

Based in the Boston Resolution Center, Judge Drechsler will serve as a mediator, arbitrator and neutral evaluator, handling employment, civil rights, construction, professional liability, personal injury and mass tort, real estate, insurance, and business and commercial matters. He is available to conduct sessions in person, as well as virtually, for clients across the country and internationally.

“Judge Drechsler brings a thoughtful, steady and disciplined approach to dispute resolution shaped by years of experience overseeing complex civil and criminal matters. He helps parties work through challenging cases, encourages effective discussions and brings clarity and structure to the ADR process. We look forward to his success at JAMS, as well as the positive impact he will have in helping parties navigate disputes and reach meaningful resolutions.”

Kimberly Taylor, JAMS CEO and president

Prior to his judicial service, Judge Drechsler maintained a civil and criminal litigation practice at Byrne & Drechsler LLP from 1983 to 2014. Earlier in his career, he served as an assistant district attorney for approximately six years, giving him a comprehensive perspective from both the prosecution and defense sides of the courtroom. He also clerked for the Massachusetts Superior Court.

“My decades of experience as a trial lawyer and judge have made me adept at analyzing complex factual and legal issues and fostering productive dialogue. I look forward to using these skills to help parties find equitable resolutions at JAMS,” said Judge Drechsler.

Judge Drechsler earned his J.D., cum laude, from Boston College Law School and his B.E., cum laude, from New York University School of Engineering and Science. He additionally earned his M.S. from Polytechnic Institute of New York (now known as NYU Tandon School of Engineering).

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JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services worldwide, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With over 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS delivers efficient, cost-effective and impartial solutions for business and legal disputes at any stage of conflict. Since its founding in 1979, its distinguished panel has included retired federal and state court judges, former litigators, transactional attorneys and other ADR professionals with deep industry and practice area experience. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services to provide a seamless experience through concierge-level client care, highly skilled case managers and advanced technology.

Building on this foundation, JAMS Pathways provides organizations with early conflict resolution, facilitation and training, helping teams prevent disputes before they escalate.

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