John Gastelum, Esq.

John Gastelum brings over three decades of legal expertise to his dispute resolution practice, having spent 33 years as a trial lawyer focusing on intricate civil litigation. His background includes representing both plaintiffs and defendants across diverse sectors such as commercial contracts, real estate, and professional negligence. He has successfully navigated high-stakes matters including class actions and multi-party construction disputes, transitioning his career to full-time mediation and arbitration where he applies his deep understanding of litigation dynamics to resolve complex legal conflicts.

A seasoned trial attorney with a balanced plaintiff/defense history, offering deep technical knowledge in commercial and construction law to facilitate resolutions in multi-party disputes.

Dual perspective from representing both plaintiffs and defendants in high-value, multi-party litigation.

He is regarded by legal professionals as a persistent and prepared neutral who maintains a calm demeanor while tackling difficult legal and emotional barriers to settlement. Peers note his ability to quickly grasp technical details in specialized fields like construction and professional liability.