Robert F. Kugler | Arbitration

About

Robert F. Kugler brings over three decades of legal experience to his dispute resolution practice, having served as a trial lawyer and litigator before transitioning to full-time dispute resolution. His background includes handling high-stakes commercial disputes, insurance coverage matters, and complex tort litigation. He has presided over numerous mediations and arbitrations, focusing on resolving multi-party and high-value conflicts through a pragmatic and evaluative approach.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Employment & Labor Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral

JAMS

Partner

Stinson LLP

Shareholder

Leonard

Street and Deinard

Publications Leadership

Frequent lecturer on mediation strategies and insurance law
Author of various articles regarding complex litigation management
Former Chair of firm-wide litigation departments

Positioning Takeaways

He is a seasoned litigator-turned-neutral with deep expertise in insurance and commercial law, making him suitable for complex, multi-party mediations.

License & Certifications

Minnesota State Bar
United States District Court
District of Minnesota
United States Court of Appeals
Eighth Circuit

Education

J.D.

University of Minnesota Law School

B.A.

University of Minnesota

Distinction

Known for his ability to navigate highly emotional and legally dense multi-party disputes with a focus on settlement efficiency.

Reputation

Parties and legal counsel frequently describe him as a persistent and prepared neutral who maintains a calm demeanor while pushing for resolution in difficult circumstances.

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