Mediation Skills & Services
Early Mediation Saves Valuable Time and Money

Why Choose Phil Berlin for Your Mediator
With thirty years experience representing plaintiffs, defendants, individuals, corporations, partners, victims of discrimination and alleged harassers, Phil brings qualities to the mediation table that allow him to listen and truly appreciate the different points of view involved in disputes and litigation. He is a fair, dedicated, creative, cost-conscious mediator who discusses the case with counsel prior to mediation to assure success. Phil has an intangible quality that causes people to trust him and he receives praise for his effectiveness as a mediator.

 
What Others Say About His Skills

"Excellent effort with a keen focus on a fair resolution. This case probably would not have settled without Mr. Berlin’s extraordinary effort."

— Gregg Strumwasser, Esq. 12/02

"Mr. Berlin was good at obtaining compromises from both parties so that the case could settle."

— Kent C. Gardner, Esq. 11/02

"I told my client not to expect settlement at mediation as it generally does not resolve at least at the initial conference. After three hours of intense effort, a settlement was reached. Mr. Berlin related to my client well."

— Donald Rich, Esq. 4/03

"Thanks go to Mr. Berlin’s efforts in settling a case which otherwise seemed ‘un-settleable’. His facilitative style can be credited for this success. I appreciate his commitment to the process."

— Karen J. Bernard, Esq. 4/03

"It was a pleasure having Mr. Berlin mediate this matter. He were very professional and courteous throughout the mediation process. It was refreshing to see a mediator who is willing to take the time necessary to mediate cases, especially when done on a voluntary basis."

— R. Gary Seaman, Esq. 4/03

"Extreme hard work in attempting to achieve settlement. Technique applied was helpful in placing both sides in a position to better achieve settlement as the case progresses."

— David Daar, Esq. 7/03

"In my experience, Mr. Berlin is the best mediator I have ever met. It is not a compliment — it is a fair comparison. None of the mediators I have dealt with spent so much effort and demonstrated such skills to get things done."

— Vladimir A. Bogorad, Esq. 8/03

"This matter would not have settled but for Mr. Berlin’s patience. In the beginning counsel had no intention of making a reasonable offer. With Mr. Berlin’s creative suggestions we were able to resolve a difficult matter almost painlessly."

— Julie S. Gerard, Esq. 9/03

"Prior to the mediation I had no meaningful settlement discussions with counsel for one of the responsible parties. Mr. Berlin was able to break all obstacles and effect a full resolution. In addition to his exemplary mediation skills, Mr. Berlin demonstrated an exceptional knowledge of the pertinent legal issues, which prevented an earlier resolution. Without Mr. Berlin’s efforts, a resolution would not have been reached at this time. He performed an outstanding service for all concerned parties and the Court. I highly recommend, and I would be honored to have Mr. Berlin act as a mediator in the future."

— Eliot B. Guterson, Esq. 10/02

Mediation Services
Employment Law, e.g., discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, civil rights, wage and hour, and other employment law issues

General Business, e.g., partner disputes, collections, unfair competition, contract disputes

Intellectual property, e.g., copyright, patents, trademarks and trade secrets

Personal Injury, e.g., premises liability, products liability, defamation, automobile accidents

Real Estate, e.g., landlord-tenant, property rights, land use

 

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