Cristina Ryan
About Cristina Ryan
Cristina Ryan serves as the Director of ADR Services at the American Arbitration Association, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in law and a focus on promoting diversity in alternative dispute resolution, she has held various legal positions throughout her career.
Work at American Arbitration Association
Cristina Ryan has served as the Director of ADR Services at the American Arbitration Association since 2017. In this role, she focuses on promoting the organization's mission and enhancing the services offered in alternative dispute resolution. Her responsibilities include overseeing case management services, particularly for large construction and real estate-related arbitration and mediation matters. Ryan's work is centered in the Greater Los Angeles Area, where she has contributed to the development of ADR practices within the organization.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining the American Arbitration Association, Cristina Ryan held several legal positions. She worked as a Contract Attorney at Quinn Emanuel from 2013 to 2017 and at Hire Counsel from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, she served as an Associate at Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP from 2007 to 2010, at Day Pitney LLP from 2005 to 2007, and at LeBoeuf, Lamb, Greene & MacRae LLP from 2002 to 2005. This extensive background in various legal firms has equipped her with a diverse skill set in the legal field.
Education and Expertise
Cristina Ryan holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, which she earned from 1999 to 2002. She also studied International Business at the American University - Kogod School of Business from 1991 to 1994. Earlier, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Anthropology at James Madison University from 1994 to 1996. Her educational background supports her expertise in alternative dispute resolution and enhances her ability to manage complex legal matters.
Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
Cristina Ryan is committed to increasing inclusion and expanding diversity within the alternative dispute resolution field. Her efforts align with the American Arbitration Association's mission to create a more equitable environment in dispute resolution practices. Through her role, she actively promotes initiatives that aim to foster a diverse and inclusive community within the ADR sector.