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Aug. 5, 2016

Background as plaintiff and defense attorney gives neutral an advantage

Attorneys say JAMS neutral Louis Marlin's experience as a plaintiff and defense attorney gives him an advantage during mediation.

Background as plaintiff and defense attorney gives neutral an advantage
By Justin Kloczko
Daily Journal Staff Writer

ORANGE — Louis Marlin thought for sure he would be a litigator until the end of his career, but after more than 40 years in the profession, he was starting to dislike it. His wife made him realize he wasn't happy doing the job anymore, and suggested trying mediation.

Then, over dinner one evening, retired Justice John K. Trotter, one of the pioneers of alternati...

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