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Bernard Taylor, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Atlanta, GA, United States

About

Before entering private practice, this neutral spent nearly four decades as a trial lawyer, focusing on complex litigation involving product liability, toxic torts, and commercial disputes. His career includes extensive work as a lead counsel in federal and state courts across the United States, representing diverse clients in high-stakes class actions and multidistrict litigation. He has transitioned this deep litigation background into a full-time dispute resolution practice, serving as a mediator and arbitrator in various civil matters.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Consumer Education Employment & Labor Energy & Environment Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Personal Injury & Torts

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Partner
Alston & Bird LLP
Chair
Alston & Bird Management Committee
Chair
Alston & Bird Products Liability Group
Police Officer
Detroit Police Department

Publications Leadership

  • Former Chair of the Management Committee at Alston & Bird
  • Frequent speaker on topics of complex litigation and diversity in the legal profession
  • Contributor to various legal publications regarding product liability and toxic tort defense strategies
  • Leadership roles within the American College of Trial Lawyers

Positioning Takeaways

A veteran trial attorney with nearly 40 years of experience in high-stakes litigation, particularly in product liability and environmental law, now serving as a versatile neutral for complex commercial and tort-based disputes.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of Georgia
  • Admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court
  • Admitted to practice before various U.S. Courts of Appeals

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
1982
B.A.
Wayne State University
1979

Distinction

Recipient of The American Lawyer’s Lifetime Achievement Award and a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers.

Reputation

He is recognized by peers and legal publications for his professional excellence and leadership in the legal community, often cited for his ability to navigate intricate multi-party disputes and his commitment to civic service.