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BARRY ROSS, Esq., MBA

Arbitrator Attorney Mediator
Burbank, CA, United States

About

With over 30 years of professional experience, this neutral has conducted more than 3,000 mediations. His background includes serving as a Judge Pro Tem for the Los Angeles County Superior Court and acting as a Settlement Officer for the United States District Court. He has been a licensed attorney and real estate broker in California since 1977, focusing on resolving complex civil litigation and transactional matters.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Employment & Labor Estates & Probate Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Principal
Ross Mediation Services
Judge Pro Tem
Los Angeles County Superior Court
Settlement Officer
United States District Court (Central District of California)
Attorney at Law (Private Practice)
Licensed Real Estate Broker
California

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent lecturer on real estate law and dispute resolution techniques
  • Author of various articles regarding mediation strategies and legal compliance in real estate transactions
  • Leadership roles within local bar association ADR committees

Positioning Takeaways

This neutral offers a deep synthesis of legal, business, and real estate expertise, backed by three decades of practice and thousands of completed ADR sessions. His experience as a temporary judge and federal settlement officer establishes a high level of procedural authority and evaluative capability.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of California (Admitted 1977)
  • California Real Estate Broker License
  • Certified Mediator
  • Mediate.com
  • Admitted to United States District Court
  • Central District of California
  • Admitted to United States Court of Appeals
  • Ninth Circuit
  • Admitted to Supreme Court of the United States

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)
Southwestern University School of Law
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science (BS)
California State University, Northridge

Distinction

Holds both a law degree and an MBA, and maintains dual licensure as an attorney and a real estate broker, providing a unique commercial perspective to legal disputes.

Reputation

He is recognized for his persistent and patient approach to settlement, often noted for his ability to resolve high-conflict cases through a combination of legal expertise and practical business insight.