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Stephen H. Sonnenberg, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
New York, NY, United States

About

With over three decades of legal experience, this neutral specializes in resolving complex employment and commercial disputes. His background includes extensive work as a litigator and advisor in labor law, focusing on discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour class actions. He has successfully handled hundreds of mediations and arbitrations involving diverse industries such as financial services, healthcare, and technology.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Civil Rights Employment & Labor Entertainment & Media Healthcare & Life Sciences

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS (Current)
Partner
Paul Hastings LLP
Co-Chair
International Employment Law Practice
Paul Hastings LLP
Associate
Paul Hastings LLP

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent speaker on employment law trends and ADR strategies at national conferences
  • Author of numerous articles regarding wage and hour litigation and workplace investigations
  • Contributor to legal treatises on labor law and dispute resolution
  • Panelist for various JAMS webinars on virtual mediation and arbitration

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned employment specialist with a strong background in high-stakes litigation, offering a balanced and analytical approach to dispute resolution.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of New York
  • United States District Court
  • Southern District of New York
  • United States District Court
  • Eastern District of New York
  • United States Court of Appeals
  • Second Circuit

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
1989
B.A.
University of Michigan
1986

Distinction

Known for his deep expertise in international employment law and his ability to navigate high-stakes class action settlements.

Reputation

He is highly regarded by both plaintiff and defense counsel for his persistence, even-handedness, and thorough understanding of complex legal frameworks. Parties frequently note his ability to facilitate communication in emotionally charged workplace disputes.