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Hon. Glen M. Ashworth (Ret.)

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Dallas, TX, United States

About

Before entering private practice, this neutral served as a judge for nearly three decades, including 24 years as a District Judge for the 86th Judicial District in Texas and four years as a Justice on the Fifth District Court of Appeals. Since 2008, he has focused his career on alternative dispute resolution, presiding over more than 3,000 mediations and numerous arbitrations. His background includes extensive experience in complex litigation involving commercial disputes, catastrophic personal injury, and construction defects.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Employment & Labor Estates & Probate Family Law & Divorce Government & Administrative Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Justice
2008
Fifth District Court of Appeals
Dallas
2003–2004
District Judge
86th Judicial District
Kaufman and Rockwall Counties (1981–2002
2005–2008)
Private Law Practice
1973–1980

Publications Leadership

  • Presenter, 'Mediation and Arbitration Update,' various bar associations
  • Speaker, 'Effective Advocacy in Mediation,' Texas Trial Lawyers Association
  • Author, 'Judicial Perspectives on ADR,' Texas Bar Journal
  • Former Chair, Kaufman County Juvenile Board
  • Former Member, State Commission on Judicial Conduct

Positioning Takeaways

A veteran of the Texas judiciary with a high-volume mediation track record, particularly suited for high-stakes personal injury and commercial matters in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of Texas
  • Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization (1987–2012)

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
1973
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
1970

Distinction

Held judicial office for 28 years across both trial and appellate courts in Texas.

Reputation

He is highly regarded by legal professionals for his calm demeanor, thorough preparation, and ability to facilitate settlements in emotionally charged or legally complex cases.