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Rosalyn M. Chapman

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Los Angeles, CA, United States

About

Rosalyn M. Chapman served as a United States Magistrate Judge for the Central District of California from 1995 to 2010. During her fifteen-year tenure on the federal bench, she presided over thousands of settlement conferences and discovery disputes across a broad spectrum of federal litigation. Her background includes significant experience in complex civil matters, ranging from intellectual property and securities to employment and civil rights. Since entering private practice, she has continued to resolve disputes as a mediator, arbitrator, and special master, applying her deep understanding of federal procedure and substantive law to facilitate resolutions in high-stakes cases.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Civil Rights Corporate & Finance Employment & Labor Energy & Environment Entertainment & Media Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Intellectual Property Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
United States Magistrate Judge
Central District of California
Administrative Law Judge
California Office of Administrative Hearings
Presiding Judge
California Office of Administrative Hearings
Attorney
Private Practice

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on federal court practice and discovery issues
  • Author of various articles regarding mediation and federal litigation procedures
  • Contributor to professional legal education programs for practitioners

Positioning Takeaways

Rosalyn M. Chapman is a former federal magistrate judge with fifteen years of experience on the bench. She specializes in resolving complex federal litigation through mediation and arbitration. Her expertise is particularly strong in discovery management and settlement of multi-party disputes. She is based in Los Angeles and serves as a neutral for JAMS.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of California

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
B.A.
University of Michigan

Distinction

Former United States Magistrate Judge with extensive experience in federal discovery and settlement.

Reputation

Rosalyn M. Chapman is regarded by legal professionals as a highly prepared and effective neutral who possesses a thorough command of federal law. Parties often note her ability to navigate complex procedural hurdles and her persistent approach to reaching settlements in difficult cases.