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Ben Davidian, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Sacramento, CA, United States

About

With over four decades of legal practice, this neutral has transitioned into a full-time dispute resolution career following a distinguished tenure as a trial attorney and high-level government official. His background includes serving as a partner at a major law firm and holding significant leadership roles within state and federal agencies, providing him with a deep understanding of both private litigation and public policy matters.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Civil Rights Employment & Labor Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Partner
Wilke Fleury LLP
Chairman
California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC)
Director
California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Western Regional Commissioner
United States Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)
Associate
Wilke Fleury LLP

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on ethics and political law for the California State Bar
  • Presenter at various seminars regarding employment law and administrative procedures
  • Former Chairman of the California Fair Political Practices Commission
  • Past Board Member of the Sacramento County Bar Association

Positioning Takeaways

This neutral is best suited for cases involving complex regulatory frameworks, high-stakes employment disputes, and matters where government agency involvement requires a sophisticated understanding of administrative law.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of California
  • United States District Court
  • Eastern District of California
  • United States District Court
  • Northern District of California
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis School of Law
1980
B.A.
University of Utah
1977

Distinction

Held high-ranking executive positions in both state and federal government, including serving as a Presidential appointee and a Gubernatorial appointee.

Reputation

He is recognized by legal professionals for his pragmatic approach to settlement and his ability to navigate highly sensitive political and commercial disputes with neutrality and persistence.