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Stacy L. La Scala, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
San Diego, CA, United States

About

With over three decades of legal involvement, this neutral has spent more than 20 years focusing on the resolution of disputes. Their background includes serving as a mediator, arbitrator, and special master in thousands of cases involving diverse legal issues such as construction, insurance coverage, and complex business matters. Before entering private practice, they maintained a successful private dispute resolution practice and held significant roles in litigation and corporate counsel environments.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

JAMS (Neutral)
La Scala ADR (Founder)
In-house Counsel (Major Insurance Carrier)
Private Practice Attorney (Litigation)

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on mediation strategies for construction and insurance disputes
  • Author of various articles regarding ADR processes and effective settlement techniques
  • Active participant in professional legal associations focusing on dispute resolution

Positioning Takeaways

This neutral is characterized by extensive experience in high-stakes insurance and construction cases, offering a dual perspective from prior roles as both outside and in-house counsel.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of California

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego School of Law
B.A.
University of California, San Diego

Distinction

Recognized for a deep understanding of insurance and construction defect litigation from both a legal and carrier perspective.

Reputation

Known among legal professionals for a persistent and detail-oriented approach to settlement, often succeeding in resolving highly contentious and multi-party disputes through creative problem-solving.