Jeffrey T. Zaino
About Jeffrey T. Zaino
Jeffrey T. Zaino is the Vice President of Commercial at the American Arbitration Association, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution and has held various leadership roles within the American Bar Association and New York State Bar Association.
Work at American Arbitration Association
Jeffrey T. Zaino has held multiple positions at the American Arbitration Association (AAA) since 1990. He began as a Tribunal Administrator from 1990 to 1995 in East Hartford, CT. He then served as Assistant Vice President - Elections from 1998 to 2003 in the Greater New York City Area. Following this, he worked as Vice President - Elections from 2003 to 2008 in New York, NY. Zaino transitioned to Vice President - Labor, Employment and Elections from 2008 to 2013, before taking on his current role as Vice President - Commercial in 2013, where he has worked for 11 years.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey T. Zaino earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Connecticut. He furthered his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor degree from Western New England University School of Law. His academic background supports his expertise in arbitration and dispute resolution, which he has developed through various roles in legal and arbitration organizations.
Professional Affiliations
Zaino is actively involved in several professional organizations. He chairs the Arbitration Committee of the Business Law Section of the American Bar Association and the ADR Committee of the Commercial & Federal Litigation Section of the New York State Bar Association. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Advisors of the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution and is a member of the New York Law School Advisory Committee. He also participates in the American Bankruptcy Institute's Mediation Committee.
Media Appearances and Advocacy
Jeffrey T. Zaino has appeared on major news networks such as CNN, MSNBC, and Bloomberg to discuss national election reform efforts and the Help America Vote Act. His involvement in these discussions highlights his commitment to improving the electoral process and advocating for effective dispute resolution mechanisms.
Community Involvement
Zaino is engaged in community initiatives, including participation in the Campaign for Greener Arbitration Northeast Committee. His role in this committee reflects his dedication to promoting sustainability within the arbitration field and enhancing the practices surrounding dispute resolution.