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law, in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination or other employment related activities. Consultant affirms that it is an equal opportunity employer and shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. 17. DISPUTE RESOLUTION a. In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement, such dispute shall be resolved by submission to binding arbitration before Judicial Arbitration & Mediation Services ( "JAMS ") or ADR Services, at the claimant's choice, in Orange County, California, before a retired judge or justice, If the parties are unable to agree on a retired judge or justice, the selected arbitration service (JAMS or ADR Services) will select the arbitrator. b. in any such arbitration, the parties shall be entitled to take discovery in accordance with the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure, but either party may request that the arbitrator limit the amount or scope of such discovery, and in determining whether to do so, the arbitrator shall balance the need for the discovery against the parties' mutual desire.to resolve disputes expeditiously and inexpensively. C. The prevailing party in any action, arbitration, or proceeding arising out of or to enforce any provision of this Agreement will be awarded reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred in that action, arbitration, or proceeding, or in the enforcement of any judgment or award rendered:" This Agreement has been executed and delivered in the State of California and the validity, interpretation, performance, and'enforcement of any of the clauses of this Agreement shall be determined'and governed by the laws of the State of California. 18. PROFESSIONAL LICENSES Consultant shall, throughoutthe term of this Agreement, maintain all necessary licenses, permits, approvals, waivers, and exemptions necessary for the provision of the services hereunder and required by the laws and regulations of the United States, the State of California, the City of Santa Ana and.all other governmental agencies. Cohsultantshall notify the City immediately and in writing of its inability to obtain or maintain such permits, licenses, approvals, waivers, and exemptions. Said inability shall be cause for termination of this Agreement. 19. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS a. Each undersigned represents and warrants that its signature herein below has the power, authority and right to bind their respective parties to each of the terms of this Agreement, and shall indemnify City fully, including reasonable costs and attorney's fees, for any injuries or damages to City in the event that such authority or power is not, In fact, held by the signatory or is withdrawn. b, All Exhibits referenced herein and attached hereto shall be incorporated as if fully sot forth in the body of this Agreement.