Ellen Maas

Before entering private practice, this neutral spent over thirty years as a trial lawyer and partner at a prominent Minneapolis firm. Her extensive background includes representing both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes litigation involving product liability, commercial contracts, and professional negligence. She has managed complex multi-district litigation and served as national counsel for major corporations, bringing a deep understanding of various industry sectors to her dispute resolution practice.

This neutral offers a sophisticated perspective derived from decades of trial experience in both state and federal courts. Her background as a partner in a leading law firm allows her to handle intricate commercial and tort cases with a high degree of professional insight.

Recognized for her ability to navigate highly technical disputes and her experience as national counsel in mass tort litigation.

She is regarded by her peers and clients as a persistent and prepared neutral who excels at identifying the core issues in complicated legal matters. Parties frequently note her balanced approach and her skill in facilitating communication between adversarial sides.