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Past Chairs

The Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) community proudly recognizes the esteemed individuals who have served as Chairs of this organization. Their leadership, vision, and commitment have been vital in promoting the practice of mediation and conflict resolution throughout Texas. Each past Chair has played a significant role in shaping the growth and impact of the ADR field, fostering collaboration and advocating for effective dispute resolution practices. We honor their contributions and continue to build on the strong foundation they have established.

Paul D. Clote, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2021–2024)

Paul D. Clote

2021-2024

Gene Roberts, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2020–2021)

Gene Roberts

2020-2021

Linda Meekins McLain, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2019–2020)

Linda Meekins McLain

2019-2020

Edward “Trey” Bergman III, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2018–2019)

Edward "Trey" Bergman III

2018-2019

John DeGroote, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2017–2018)

John DeGroote

2017-2018

Lionel “Lonnie” Schooler, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2016–2017)

Lionel "Lonnie" Schooler

2016-2017

Erich M. Birch, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2015–2016)

Erich M. Birch

2015-2016

Donald R. Philbin, Jr., Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2014–2015)

Donald R. Philbin, Jr.

2014-2015

Ronald “Ronnie” Hornberger, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2013–2014)

Ronald "ronnie" Hornberger

2013-2014

Alvin L. Zimmerman, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2012–2013)

Alvin L. Zimmerman

2012-2013

Joe L. “Joey” Cope, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2011–2012)

Joe L. "Joey" Cope

2011-2012

John Allen Chalk, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2010–2011)

John Allen Chalk

2010-2011

John K. Boyce III, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2008–2009)

John K. Boyce III

2008-2009

Cecilia H. Morgan, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2007–2008)

Cecilia H. Morgan

2007-2008

John Charles Fleming, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2006–2007)

John Charles Fleming

2006-2007

Michael S. Wilk, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2005–2006)

Michael S. Wilk

2005-2006

William H. Lemons, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2004–2005)

William H. Lemons

2004-2005

Michael J. Schless, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2003–2004)

Michael J. Schless

2003-2004

Deborah McElvaney, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2002–2003)

Deborah McElvaney

2002-2003

Wayne I. Fagan, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2001–2002)

Wayne I. Fagan

2001-2002

Caliph Johnson, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (2000–2001)

Caliph Johnson

2000-2001

Gary D. Condra, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1999–2000)

Gary D. Condra

1999-2000

John A. Coselli, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1998–1999)

John A. Coselli

1998-1999

John Phillip Palmer, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1997–1998)

John Phillip Palmer

1997-1998

Suzanne Mann Duvall, Past Chair-Elect, 1996-1997, State Bar of Texas ADR Section

Suzanne Mann Duvall

1996-1997

David Cohen, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1995–1996)

David Cohen

1995-1996

E. Wendy Trachte-Huber

1995-1996

Bruce Stratton, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1994–1995)

Bruce Stratton

1994-1995

Charles Guittard, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1993–1994)

Charles Guittard

1993-1994

Kimberlee Kovach, Past Chair, State Bar of Texas ADR Section (1992–1993)

Kimberlee Kovach

1992-1993

Lanelle Montgomery

1992-1993

Honoring Leadership in Texas ADR

The State Bar of Texas ADR Section recognizes the lasting impact of its past Chairs, whose leadership has helped shape the growth of alternative dispute resolution across the state. Through their service, these individuals have advanced the practice of mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law, strengthening the role of ADR in Texas’s legal landscape.

Their contributions continue to influence the Section’s mission to promote effective, ethical, and accessible dispute resolution. By building on this foundation, the ADR Section remains committed to supporting legal professionals and fostering innovation in conflict resolution throughout Texas.

We honor the memory of past Chairs who are no longer with us and recognize their lasting contributions to the ADR community.

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