Case Manager: Eve Thorstens
Drawing upon a career spanning over four decades as both a mediator and trial lawyer, Mark D. Kramer, Esq. utilizes his extensive experience to assist parties in resolving disputes, bringing invaluable expertise to the mediation field. Formerly a partner at the distinguished Los Angeles firm of Fonda and Garrard, Mr. Kramer established Kramer & Kramer in 1992. Throughout his career, Mr. Kramer has tried over 50 cases to verdict, demonstrating his expertise across a diverse spectrum of law, including automobile accidents, premises liability, products liability, medical malpractice, construction, business, and false imprisonment. Beyond his work in insurance defense, Mr. Kramer demonstrates versatility through his handling of plaintiff matters. His eligibility for membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum underscores his impartial approach when navigating disputes.
Mr. Kramer’s achievements in the courtroom earned him accolades such as an AV Preeminent rating, recognition as a Super Lawyer, and acknowledgement as one of the top attorneys in Southern California by Los Angeles Magazine. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).
In addition to his litigation and trial expertise, Mr. Kramer distinguishes himself through his extensive mediation experience. With over two decades of service to the Los Angeles Superior Court as a mediator and arbitrator, Mr. Kramer has facilitated hundreds of settlements with tact, efficiency, and a deep understanding of the law. His experience extends beyond the bounds of Los Angeles, having also lent his skills to the Ventura County Superior Court as a mediator. His ADR practice epitomizes trust, proficiency, and a steadfast commitment to equitable resolution.
“I think probably the best thing about him as a neutral is both sides end up feeling respected by him, and I think that’s important because sometimes you go into mediations and you feel like the mediator is coming at you to the point you just get very defensive. And Mark has a nice way of just keeping everybody on an even keel.”
“He’s very calm. He listens to both sides. He’s very patient, he’s always well prepared, and he knows how to talk to the clients.”
“I think I settle basically every case with him, and if it doesn’t settle at the initial session, they usually settle soon after that.”
“We were coming at loggerheads so, he brought me into a room with one of the other defendants, and he was able to mediate even our dispute between each other.”
“He’s seen a lot and done a lot, so you know he knows what he’s talking about when he tells you, ‘Based on my experience this is the value of your case,’ or ‘This is where I see your problems as a defendant or a plaintiff.”
“Mark did a great job of managing the personalities, his general legal experience and acumen were clearly on display, and he was able to help us reach a resolution in a very contentious case that involved some very, very hostile parties.”
“He knows what he’s doing, but he never loses his humanity. Mark realizes that we’re all professionals, but we also are people. And so, you just feel comfortable and respected by him.”
“Mark Kramer was invaluable. He handled a difficult mediation in a sexual abuse matter with ease. He managed several contentious lawyers with highly charged clients in a trickery area of law. I would highly recommend Mark and will use him in the future. “