Case Manager: Joanna Barron
Lowell Haky, Esq. is a skilled mediator recognized for his exceptional ability to foster trust and resolve interpersonal conflicts by prioritizing mutual interests. With extensive experience and a proven track record, he consistently guides parties to successful resolutions. Blending warmth, creativity, determination, and practical wisdom, Mr. Haky excels in navigating complex disputes. His approachable nature and skill in building strong relationships with both parties and their counsel is key to his effectiveness as a mediator.
With extensive experience in securities, trusts and estates, real estate, landlord/tenant, construction defects, banking, ERISA, employment, theft of trade secrets, and business disputes, Mr. Haky has a unique dispute resolution outlook honed through litigating high-stakes cases from both plaintiff and defendant perspectives. He offers rare insight into corporate litigation risk assessment and settlement valuation.
ADR SERVICES, INC.
Mediator, Arbitrator 2024-Present
Conducts mediations and arbitrations in the areas of financial services, trusts and estates, employment, real estate, business and contract, landlord/tenant, and construction defect.
SAN FRANCISCO SUPERIOR COURT
Temporary Judge, Settlement Conference Officer 2018-Present
Conducts mandatory settlement conferences in San Francisco Superior Court as a Temporary Judge and Settlement Conference Officer.
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT – CONGRESS OF NEUTRALS
Mediator, Discovery Facilitator 2018-2021
Conducted mediations and facilitated discovery dispute resolution in Contra Costa County Superior Court cases.
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FAIR EMPLOYMENT AND HOUSING
Mediator 2018-2022
Mediated employment disputes for the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing.
CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC., San Francisco, CA
Managing Director – Litigation and Regulatory Enforcement 2000-2024
Managed a team of lawyers and staff responsible for resolving complex, high-stakes disputes. Consistently achieved excellent outcomes.
ZELLE & LARSON, LLP, San Francisco, CA
Litigation Associate 1995-2000
Frequent speaker at the Practising Law Institute (PLI), Chief Litigation Counsel Forums, Securities Industry Conferences and Judicial Conferences on various topics including Negotiating Techniques, Affirmative Recovery Litigation, and Litigation Trends.
“I endorse Mr. Haky for mediator services. In one of my trust and estate litigation cases Mr. Haky was instrumental as a mandatory settlement conference mediator in helping the parties reach a settlement after over three years of very contentious litigation. In addition to probing, prodding, and pushing a bit, Mr. Haky also provided the parties with some creative settlement options. The MSC was scheduled for four hours during an afternoon session; however, settlement was only reached because Mr. Haky stayed with us until settlement was reached at 9:30 p.m. I can and do highly recommend Mr. Haky for mediator services.”
“Lowell was an excellent mediator, and handled the case both before and at the session with calmness and consummate, empathic focus to help the parties resolve their dispute. I look forward to working again with him in the future.”
“Lowell possesses the tools of an exceptional mediator combined with deep substantive legal knowledge, especially in financial cases. Lowell’s demeanor fosters trust and open communications, affording parties the best chance for resolving contentious disputes. Highly recommended.”
“Mr. Haky brings compassion and dedication to mediations. He cares about the litigants and works to achieve a resolution that’s in everyone’s’ best interests. Mr. Haky has an affable personality and is approachable – a breath of fresh air to clients who may be intimidated by the mediation process. ”
“A practical-minded mediator who helped us achieve a creative and workable settlement. He listened to my client’s concerns and provided valuable guidance throughout the process. Most importantly, he got the case settled and we avoided an impending trial.”
“Mr. Haky worked tirelessly to resolve our case, including conducting multiple pre-mediation sessions and working into the evening. I was impressed with his tenacity and skill.”
“Very patient and persistent with difficult personalities. Two thumbs up!”