Dickran Tevrizian

Following a 31-year tenure on the bench, including service as the first Armenian-American federal judge in United States history, this neutral transitioned to private practice in private practice in 2007. His judicial career spanned the United States District Court for the Central District of California, the Los Angeles Municipal Court, and the California Superior Court. He has presided over thousands of cases involving complex federal and state litigation, specializing in high-stakes commercial disputes, class actions, and intellectual property matters.

A veteran jurist with extensive experience in both state and federal courts, particularly suited for complex multi-party litigation and high-value commercial matters requiring a neutral with significant trial-bench authority.

He was the first person of Armenian descent to be appointed to the federal judiciary in the history of the United States.

He is widely regarded by legal professionals for his ability to settle seemingly intractable disputes through a combination of judicial gravitas and a practical, results-oriented approach. Counsel frequently cite his deep understanding of federal procedure and his persistence in the mediation room.