Hurkin-Torres Allen

With over three decades of legal experience, this neutral served as a Justice of the New York State Supreme Court for 14 years before entering private practice. Their background includes presiding over thousands of cases involving diverse civil matters, ranging from complex commercial disputes to high-stakes personal injury and employment litigation. They are recognized for their ability to facilitate settlements in emotionally charged and legally intricate proceedings.

This neutral offers a combination of high-level judicial experience and a practical, settlement-oriented approach, making them suitable for complex multi-party disputes in the New York market.

Served as a distinguished member of the New York judiciary for over a decade, bringing deep insight into jury dynamics and court-room strategy to the mediation table.

Known among peers and counsel for a balanced, patient, and persistent approach to dispute resolution, often praised for maintaining neutrality while driving parties toward consensus in difficult negotiations.