Led by Patricia Taylor Todd, Esq., a seasoned arbitrator, mediator, and former public sector legal and Human Resources executive, Taylor Todd ADR provides high-quality alternative dispute resolution services to help parties move forward with confidence and clarity.
Patricia Taylor Todd is a highly accredited lawyer and arbitrator bringing over two decades of experience in labor and employment law, administrative hearings, and conflict resolution. As a neutral party, she is known for her fairness, clarity, and ability to foster productive dialogue even in the most challenging disputes.
Patricia has served in key leadership roles across New Jersey state government, including as Chief Executive Director of Diversity, Regulatory, and Legal Affairs at the Civil Service Commission and Director of Employee Relations and Development at the Department of the Treasury.
In 20 years with the New Jersey Public Employment Relations Commission (NJPERC), she earned a strong reputation as a trusted, neutral problem-solver through mediating and adjudicating hundreds of public sector labor disputes.
Patricia currently serves as a panel arbitrator for the Paterson Public School District and the Paterson Education Association/Paterson Administrators Association (2021–present).
She is now available for direct appointment as a labor relations mediator and arbitrator. Please note: Patricia is an elected municipal official and will disclose this status to all parties in accordance with professional ethical obligations.
Earners of the SHRM Senior Certified Professional Credential (SHRM-SCP) have demonstrated their mastery of HR proficiency standards as defined by the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™), formerly the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge® (SHRM BoCK®). Earners of the credential are recognized for their ability to e
Earners of the SHRM Senior Certified Professional Credential (SHRM-SCP) have demonstrated their mastery of HR proficiency standards as defined by the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™), formerly the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge® (SHRM BoCK®). Earners of the credential are recognized for their ability to effectively perform HR duties and responsibilities from a strategic perspective.
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Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Credential-holders are trained (125+ hours), experienced (500+ hours) coaches. They have demonstrated knowledge and proficient application of the ICF Core Competencies, Code of Ethics, and definition of coaching. Earners show a commitment to high ethical standards and have demonstrated, through rigorous assessment, competence in using a variety of behaviors and skills in their work with clients. The PCC must be renewed every three years.
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