Launched by the Los Angeles County Superior Court in late 2024, the Mediation Volunteer Panel (MVP) connects parties in unlimited civil cases with experienced volunteer mediators for three hours of virtual mediation at no cost. Meet the professionals helping to resolve disputes — and reduce court caseloads — through the program.
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James E. Fitzgerald draws on decades of litigation and mediation experience to help parties navigate complex disputes through ...
After 31 years representing both plaintiffs and defendants, ADR Services neutral Steven Sepassi says successful mediation begi...
Volunteer mediator Dr. Paul J. Molinaro emphasizes neutrality, active participation and practical problem-solving in disputes ...
Maurice J. Attie says one of the greatest rewards of mediation is helping parties untangle difficult disputes while easing pre...
Mediator Mayra M. Fornos believes effective dispute resolution requires balancing legal acumen with patience, professionalism,...
After 40 years as a trial lawyer, Sidney K. Kanazawa now volunteers with the Los Angeles Superior Court's mediation program, e...
Los Angeles Superior Court's MVP program eases soaring civil caseloads
By Shane Nelson
Los Angeles County Superior Court's Mediation Volunteer Panel resolved 46% of more than 1,000 mediations in 2025, offering fre...