James Slone Email and Phone Number

Full time private mediator since 2015, with 100% of my practice dedicated to resolving cases as mediator. I have over 20 years experience as Judge Pro Tem, successfully settling cases as Settlement Conference Judge. I have 25 years experience as a litigator, with 18 first chair jury trials to verdict.I use my extensive litigation and trial experience to assist the parties in reaching an amicable resolution, in a respectful and empathetic manner. I overcome potential barriers to settlement with honest and realistic communication, utilizing cost containment and risk management allocation.

Part time Settlement Conference Judge, Pro Tem, successfully resolving cases involving wrongful death, premise liability, personal injury, neighbor disputes, medical malpractice, public entity claims, assaults & batteries, insurance claims, homeowner association claims, and dog bites.

Litigation Attorney, with 18 jury trials to verdict, in Santa Clara, San Francisco, Alameda, and Contra Costa Counties. I have 25 years experience working for private law firms, & in house counsel, including serving as Lead Counsel and in charge of managing the Allstate Staff Counsel Legal Office.