Hon. Diane J. Larsen (Ret.)

Before entering private practice, this neutral served for twenty years as a judge on the Cook County Circuit Court, including twelve years in the Chancery Division and eight years in the Law Division. Her judicial tenure involved presiding over thousands of cases ranging from class actions and commercial disputes to complex torts and civil rights matters. Prior to her time on the bench, she spent fifteen years with the City of Chicago Law Department, where she headed the Appeals Division and litigated numerous high-profile cases in state and federal courts.

A seasoned former jurist with deep expertise in Illinois chancery and law division matters, particularly suited for high-stakes commercial, employment, and government-related disputes.

Held a long-standing leadership role in the Chancery Division of the nation's largest unified court system, handling matters of equitable relief and complex statutory interpretation.

Recognized by legal professionals for her thorough preparation, even-tempered judicial demeanor, and ability to navigate highly sensitive public sector and commercial conflicts.