Coppersmith Brockelman is pleased to announce Partner John C. Kelly has been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN), America’s foremost professional organization for seasoned civil and commercial mediators and arbitrators.  

John’s invitation to the Academy cements his standing among the most sought-after neutrals nationwide while strengthening the firm’s emerging alternative dispute resolution practice. 

“We’re delighted to recognize John C. Kelly to the Academy’s Arizona Chapter in recognition of Excellence in his mediation practice,” said Darren Lee, Executive Director of NADN. 

NADN membership is by invite only, based on peer nominations and due diligence research under the guidance of its state committees. Nominees must meet stringent practice requirements in collaboration with the national defense bar (DRI) and trial bar (AAJ) associations. 

A highly skilled litigator, arbitrator, and mediator, John represents companies in complex commercial and regulatory matters spanning employment, tort, insurance, commercial, real estate, health care, and education matters. As a judge pro tem for the Maricopa County Superior Court, he conducts settlement conferences. John has been retained as a private mediator on more than 200 occasions. He is also an experienced trial attorney who, in his career, has tried more than 100 cases to conclusion. 

Recognized by Best Lawyers® in Arbitration since 2023, John also serves on the Board of the International Academy of Dispute Resolution and is a trained Neutral and Peer Review Officer with the American Health Lawyers Association.  

Learn more about NADN and John’s extensive legal background.