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Hon. John C. Cratsley (Ret.)

Arbitrator Mediator Neutral Evaluator Special Master
Boston, MA, United States
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About

Following a 24-year tenure as a Justice on the Massachusetts Superior Court, this neutral transitioned to private practice in private practice in 2011. His judicial career involved presiding over diverse civil and criminal litigation, including complex business disputes and high-profile public interest cases. He has extensive experience facilitating settlements in matters ranging from employment discrimination to multi-party construction defects.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Employment & Labor Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
2011
Associate Justice
Massachusetts Superior Court
Judge
1987–2011
Roxbury District Court
1982–1987
Clinical Professor of Law
Harvard Law School
Attorney
1972–1982
Community Legal Assistance Office
1967–1970

Publications Leadership

  • Co-author of 'Massachusetts Superior Court Civil Practice Jury Instructions'
  • Lecturer on Trial Advocacy and ADR at Harvard Law School and Boston College Law School
  • Former Chair, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court’s Standing Committee on Dispute Resolution
  • Frequent speaker at CLE programs regarding mediation and arbitration techniques

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned former jurist with deep roots in the Massachusetts legal system, suitable for complex commercial and public sector disputes requiring a high level of judicial insight.

License & Certifications

  • Massachusetts Bar Admission

Education

LL.M.
Harvard Law School
1967
J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
1966
B.A.
Swarthmore College
1963

Distinction

Served as a Superior Court Justice for over two decades and chaired the state's committee on ADR development.

Reputation

He is recognized by legal professionals for his patient temperament, thorough preparation, and ability to navigate emotionally charged or legally complex disputes toward resolution.

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