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Richard A. Levie

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Washington, DC, United States

About

Richard A. Levie served as an Associate Judge on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for nearly two decades, from 1985 to 2004. During his judicial tenure, he presided over a wide array of civil, criminal, and family law matters, including complex multi-party litigation and high-profile commercial disputes. Since entering private practice, he has focused his practice on serving as a Special Master in federal and state courts, managing discovery and settlement processes in massive class actions, mass torts, and intricate technical disputes. He has extensive experience in electronic discovery, privilege reviews, and the coordination of multi-jurisdictional litigation.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Civil Rights Construction Employment & Labor Energy & Environment Entertainment & Media Family Law & Divorce Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Intellectual Property Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property Technology & Cyber

Professional Experience

Associate Judge
Superior Court of the District of Columbia
Neutral
1985–2004
JAMS
2004
Adjunct Professor
American University Washington College of Law
Adjunct Professor
George Washington University Law School

Publications Leadership

  • Author of various articles on the role of Special Masters in complex litigation
  • Frequent speaker at ABA and Sedona Conference events regarding e-discovery and case management
  • Former Chair of the Judicial Division of the American Bar Association
  • Contributor to the Manual for Complex Litigation

Positioning Takeaways

A former judge with deep expertise in managing the procedural complexities of mass torts and large-scale commercial discovery.

License & Certifications

  • District of Columbia Bar
  • Maryland State Bar

Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
1973
B.A.
Dickinson College
1970

Distinction

Renowned for his specialized expertise as a court-appointed Special Master in some of the nation's most complex and data-intensive litigations.

Reputation

He is widely regarded by legal professionals as a highly efficient and technically proficient neutral who excels at managing contentious discovery disputes and facilitating settlements in high-stakes environments.