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Damali Peterman, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Neutral Evaluator
New York, NY, United States

About

With over two decades of experience in the legal and dispute resolution fields, Damali Peterman has established herself as a highly skilled neutral. Her background includes extensive work as a corporate lawyer at a top-tier international firm, where she handled complex multi-billion dollar transactions. She is the founder of two successful dispute resolution-focused organizations and has mediated hundreds of cases across diverse sectors, including commercial, employment, and family law. Her expertise is further bolstered by her role as an educator and her global perspective on conflict resolution.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Rights Education Employment & Labor Entertainment & Media Family Law & Divorce Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property Technology & Cyber

Professional Experience

JAMS (Mediator
Arbitrator
Neutral Evaluator)
Breakthrough ADR (Founder and CEO)
Damali Law (Founder and Managing Partner)
Weil
Gotshal & Manges LLP (Corporate Associate)
Howard University School of Law (Adjunct Professor)
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey (Adjunct Professor)

Publications Leadership

  • Author of 'The Negotiating Table: How to Resolve Conflict and Get What You Want'
  • Frequent speaker on ADR, negotiation, and conflict resolution at various legal and business conferences
  • Contributor to legal publications on topics related to mediation and diversity in ADR
  • Leadership roles within professional ADR organizations

Positioning Takeaways

Damali Peterman is a premier choice for parties seeking a mediator with a sophisticated corporate background and a proven track record in resolving high-stakes, multifaceted disputes.

License & Certifications

  • Admitted to the Bar
  • New York
  • Admitted to the Bar
  • District of Columbia
  • Admitted to the Bar
  • Connecticut
  • Certified Mediator

Education

J.D.
Howard University School of Law
M.A. in International Policy Studies
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
B.A. in International Studies
Spelman College

Distinction

Known for her unique 'Breakthrough' mediation style and her ability to navigate highly emotional and complex multi-party disputes.

Reputation

Damali Peterman is widely respected for her empathetic yet firm approach, her deep understanding of corporate dynamics, and her commitment to fostering inclusive and effective dispute resolution processes.