For over 15 years, Ilida Cristina Alvarez has been reshaping the landscape of dispute resolution. As the Founder and CEO of Alvarez Dispute Resolution, she has built a nationally recognized, women-led firm that proves lawyers from all backgrounds and ages, can successfully pivot from advocacy to neutrality, and thrive as full-time mediators. She leads a team anchored in fairness and eciency. Her firm is grounded in operational excellence and an unwavering commitment to mentorship, access, and representation. A fierce advocate for diversity in Alternative Dispute Resolution, Ilida regularly speaks, writes, and mentors on
building a more inclusive and forward-thinking field.

• University of Colorado School of Law — J.D., 2002
• University of Miami — B.A. in English Literature, Minor in Criminology, 1997
• Dean’s List | Golden Key National Honor Society
• Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart — Graduated 1993

• Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator (2019)
• Credentialed Distinguished Mediator, Texas Mediator Credentialing Association (2018)
• Certified in Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation (2010)
• Florida Supreme Court Certified Civil Circuit Mediator (2009)
• Board Member, The Conflict Center, Denver (2003–2006); Co-President (2005–2006)
• Colorado Bar (2002

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