Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Mediation Services in Los Angeles
Lawler ADR Services, founded in 2017, is led by Jean M. Lawler, a seasoned commercial and insurance mediator with over four decades of legal experience. Our practice focuses on resolving complex disputes through mediation and arbitration, leveraging deep expertise in insurance coverage, employment law, business conflicts, and cyber/privacy matters. Jeans background as a former managing partner of an AmLaw 500 firm and her certification in privacy law (CIPP/US) position her to handle high-stakes cases with precision. We prioritize empathy, practicality, and creative solutions, ensuring parties achieve resolution while maintaining confidentiality. With hundreds of successful mediations, including 350+ online sessions since 2020, we combine flexibility with a rigorous understanding of legal and business dynamics.Our services cater to attorneys, insurers, and corporations nationwide, offering both traditional and virtual mediation options. We emphasize transparency in billing, with all-inclusive fees for full-day or half-day sessions, and maintain affiliations with leading ADR organizations like the American Arbitration Association. Client testimonials highlight our ability to simplify disputes, foster trust, and deliver efficient, fair outcomes. Based in Los Angeles, we serve diverse industries and international markets, including the London insurance sector. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures alignment with evolving legal and technological standards in dispute resolution.
Services
Commercial Dispute Mediation
Insurance Coverage Disputes
Employment Conflict Resolution
Cyber and Privacy Mediation
Arbitration Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of legal and mediation experience in commercial and insurance disputes.
- Our team holds deep expertise in insurance policies, cyber/privacy law, and complex litigation.
- We adapt to diverse dispute dynamics, including employment, E&O, and business conflicts.
- Our empathetic approach balances emotional, legal, and business considerations in resolutions.
- We conduct 100% online mediations via Zoom, ensuring accessibility for nationwide clients.
Associations and certifications
- American Arbitration Association (AAA)
What people say
Top-notch mediator
Excellent listener
Miracle worker
Exceptional professionalism
Highly recommend
Services
Commercial Dispute Mediation
We mediate business-to-business disputes, including contract breaches, real estate conflicts, and partnership dissolutions. Our approach combines legal expertise with practical problem-solving to address financial, operational, and reputational concerns. Clients benefit from tailored strategies that prioritize long-term relationships and cost-effective outcomes.
Insurance Coverage Disputes
Our team resolves insurance-related conflicts involving coverage, bad faith, and allocation issues. With deep knowledge of primary, excess, and reinsurance markets, we facilitate settlements that align with policy terms and regulatory standards. We serve insurers, policyholders, and legal counsel in domestic and international cases.
Employment Conflict Resolution
We address employment disputes such as wrongful termination, discrimination, and harassment claims. Our process ensures compliance with labor laws while fostering workplace harmony. Clients receive guidance on risk mitigation and equitable solutions that protect organizational integrity.
Cyber and Privacy Mediation
We specialize in cyber liability cases, including ransomware attacks and privacy law violations. Our mediator's CIPP/US certification ensures nuanced understanding of data protection regulations. We help parties navigate technical, legal, and reputational challenges to achieve secure resolutions.
Arbitration Services
As an AAA-certified arbitrator, we provide binding resolutions for commercial and insurance disputes. Our process emphasizes efficiency, fairness, and adherence to procedural rules. Clients receive enforceable awards that minimize litigation costs and expedite closure.
People
Jean M. Lawler
Mediator & Arbitrator
Jean M. Lawler is a seasoned mediator with 40+ years of legal experience, specializing in commercial, insurance, and employment disputes. A former managing partner at Murchison & Cumming, LLP, she is certified in privacy law (CIPP/US) and serves on the AAA Commercial Arbitration Panel. Her accolades include AV-Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell ratings and recognition as a Southern California Super Lawyer.
Questions
What types of cases do you mediate?
We handle commercial disputes, insurance coverage conflicts, employment issues, cyber/privacy claims, and arbitration for domestic and international clients.
How much does mediation cost?
Fees are based on half-day or full-day sessions, with all-inclusive pricing. Contact our case manager for current rates.
Can we schedule virtual mediations?
Yes, we conduct online mediations via Zoom for clients nationwide and internationally.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations with 14+ days' notice incur a $500 fee. Shorter notice may result in full fee forfeiture unless rescheduled.
Are mediation sessions confidential?
Confidentiality applies under applicable statutes, but we advise caution as protections may vary by jurisdiction.
How do I prepare for mediation?
Submit mediation briefs five days prior, outlining key issues and confidential concerns for effective resolution.
