He has initiated and guided enactment of dozens of laws protecting the integrity of mediation and arbitration. Ron has been honored with eight major ADR awards in recognition of his work in pioneering the field, including Peacemaker of the Year in California. He has trained thousands of lawyers, judges, government officials and business professionals on four continents. His training materials are licensed and used around the world in several languages. Judges in most Bay Area courts have chosen to enroll in his trainings. More info at ronkelly.com