Hon. Jill C. Fannin (Ret.)

Before entering private practice, this neutral served for over twenty years on the Contra Costa County Superior Court, including terms as presiding judge and assistant presiding judge. Her judicial tenure involved presiding over a wide array of cases such as complex civil litigation, family law matters, and criminal trials. Prior to her appointment to the bench, she spent nearly two decades in private practice as a civil litigator, where she focused on complex business disputes, professional negligence, and employment law. She has extensive experience managing discovery, law and motion, and settlement conferences across diverse legal disciplines.

A veteran jurist with over 40 years of combined legal and judicial experience, specializing in high-stakes civil and family law mediation.

Recipient of the 2023 Trial Judge of the Year award from the Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association.

Known among legal professionals for her thorough preparation, even-handedness, and ability to facilitate resolutions in highly contentious and emotionally charged cases. She is frequently cited for her deep understanding of both substantive law and the practicalities of trial practice.