Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is pleased to announce Michael W. Hawkins is a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals, recognized in both Ohio and Kentucky.

Hawkins is a partner and co-chair of the ADR Center at Dinsmore. He has mediated more than 200 civil disputes and was recently recognized for mediation by Best Lawyers.

NADN is a professional association whose membership consists of ADR professionals distinguished by their hands-on experience in the field of civil and commercial conflict resolution. Membership is by invitation only and all members have been thoroughly reviewed and found to meet stringent practice criteria. Members are amongst the most in-demand neutrals in their respective states, as selected by their peers and approved by local litigators.

"We're delighted to recognize Michael W. Hawkins to the Academy's Ohio and Kentucky chapters, in recognition of excellence in his mediation practice," commented NADN Executive Director Darren Lee.