Howard A. Herman, Esq.

With over 30 years of professional experience, this neutral has mediated more than 4,000 cases. His background includes serving as the director of the dispute resolution program for the United States District Court, Northern District of California, for 23 years. He has also held leadership roles at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and the Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa. His practice focuses on complex disputes involving employment, civil rights, and commercial matters.

A veteran neutral with extensive experience in federal court systems, particularly suited for complex employment and civil rights cases requiring a high level of procedural and substantive expertise.

Recognized with the 2022 ABA Lifetime Achievement Award in Dispute Resolution and has personally conducted over 4,000 mediations.

He is widely regarded by legal professionals for his deep expertise in federal court ADR processes and his effective, persistent approach to resolving highly contentious employment and civil rights litigation.