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Gary Birnberg, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Neutral Evaluator
Miami, FL, United States

About

Gary Birnberg has spent over thirty years in the professional arena, with more than fifteen years dedicated to neutral dispute resolution. He has managed over 1,000 cases across North America, Europe, and other global regions. His background includes extensive work in international trade, management, and finance, which informs his approach to complex commercial mediation and arbitration.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Construction Employment & Labor Entertainment & Media Estates & Probate Insurance Intellectual Property International & Cross-Border Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

JAMS (Neutral)
Birnberg ADR (Principal)
Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (Teaching Assistant)
Various International Trade and Management Roles

Publications Leadership

  • Author of 'Mediation Evangelism and Other Bubbe Meises'
  • Contributor to Reuters on international dispute resolution trends
  • Speaker at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Legal Symposium
  • Author of 'The Business Case for Neutral Facilitation in the Days of COVID-19'
  • Presenter on the Singapore Convention for JAMS
  • Leadership role in the International Bar Association (IBA) Mediation Committee

Positioning Takeaways

A multilingual neutral with deep expertise in international commercial law and a high volume of successfully mediated cases globally.

License & Certifications

  • Florida Bar Admission
  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Appellate Mediator
  • International Mediation Institute (IMI) Certified Mediator
  • CEDR Accredited Mediator

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
B.S. in Economics
Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Graduate Studies
INSEAD

Distinction

Fluency in multiple languages and a background in international business management allow him to navigate cross-cultural disputes effectively.

Reputation

He is recognized by peers and legal publications as a highly effective international mediator, noted for his ability to handle emotionally charged and legally complex multi-party disputes.