Hon. Paul P. Burdick (Ret.) is a former Presiding Judge of the Santa Cruz County Superior Court. He is widely regarded as a highly skilled, experienced, and even-handed trial judge. He is recognized by the legal community as an extremely effective mediator due to his extensive experience in case evaluation,... read more
With over 25 years of experience as a skilled litigator and mediator, Steven M. Sepassi, Esq. is a highly accomplished professional in handling a wide range of legal matters, including personal injury, school liability, real estate, landlord-tenant, commercial, and insurance cases. Known for his unwavering tenacity and civility, he consistently... read more
Mr. Hamilton is a highly accomplished legal professional with a distinguished career as a trial lawyer and a strong reputation as a skilled mediator. With a wealth of experience in the courtroom, Mr. Hamilton has utilized his abilities to facilitate peaceful resolutions and guide parties towards mutually beneficial agreements. He... read more
Hon. H. Chester Horn Jr. (Ret.) is an esteemed jurist who has devoted his career to public service. He served as a judge of the Los Angeles Superior Court for 21 years and presided over countless noteworthy and complex cases during his tenure. Judge Horn’s legal career began in 1972... read more
ADR Services, Inc. is proud to welcome Hon. Steven J. Kleifield (Ret.) to our panel of distinguished neutrals. Judge Kleifield is a distinguished public servant and esteemed legal professional admired for his intellect, integrity, and unwavering commitment to justice. With 42 years of experience working in the Los Angeles Superior... read more
ADR Services, Inc. is proud to welcome seasoned mediator Jeanne Behling, Esq. to our panel of distinguished neutrals. Jeanne Behling, Esq. has successfully resolved hundreds of disputes since commencing her full-time mediation practice in 2016. She holds an impressive background as an attorney representing plaintiffs and defendants alike for over... read more
ADR Services, Inc. is proud to welcome Hon. Nancy E. Zeltzer (Ret.) to our panel of distinguished neutrals. Judge Zeltzer is an esteemed judge, trial lawyer, and litigator with a wealth of practical experience in all aspects of civil litigation. Over her highly successful 45-year legal career, Judge Zeltzer has... read more
ADR Services, Inc. is excited to announce the addition of Sanford Jossen, Esq. to our panel of distinguished neutrals. Mr. Jossen is available for mediations, arbitrations, and references. Mr. Jossen is a pioneer in the field of alternative dispute resolution. Since 1987, he has mediated or arbitrated thousands of cases... read more
[Originally Published in Orange County Lawyer] Mediators are often described as “facilitative” or “evaluative”. Facilitative mediators bring the parties together, provide a safe space for them, serve them chocolate chip cookies in the afternoon, and try to help the parties reach a mutually satisfactory resolution of their dispute. Kumbaya. Evaluative... read more
Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye joins ADR Services, Inc. after an impressive judiciary career marked by extraordinary leadership and trailblazing initiatives. As the former leader of California’s judicial branch of government and chair of the Judicial Council, Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye managed to successfully steer the court through two massive crises —... read more
