San Francisco

EXPERIENCED.
KNOWLEDGABLE.
TRUSTED.

James F. Lynch is an experienced mediator focusing on civil lawsuits and insured claims involving parties represented by attorneys.

Available To Mediate

in San Francisco

in Los Angeles

on the Pacific Coast

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Los Angeles

EXPERIENCED.
KNOWLEDGABLE.
TRUSTED.

James F. Lynch is an experienced Bay Area mediator focusing on civil lawsuits and insured claims, both involving parties/claimants represented by attorneys.

Available to Mediate

in Los Angeles

in San Francisco

on the Pacific Coast

LEARN MORE

Lynch Mediation

Available to Mediate in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and throughout California via ZOOM

With over 30 years of experience in Northern and Southern California, James F. Lynch is a seasoned professional who focuses on facilitating the resolution of pending lawsuits and attorney-represented insured claims. James possesses extensive expertise in litigation and trial proceedings, complemented by finely honed negotiation skills. His vast career background enables him to effectively support parties, counsel, and principals in reaching favorable settlements.

EXPERIENCED

After graduating university and law school in the San Francisco Bay Area, James began a 10-year career in Los Angeles, focusing primarily on the defense of Hospitals and medical/mental health providers, as well as attorneys sued for “malpractice”. Following that 10-year experience, James relocated to his native San Francisco. He has been a full-time Mediator since 2012.

KNOWLEDGEABLE

James brings a broad base of both “real world” and legal knowledge to bear in assisting participants to analyze their case; it’s strengths, weaknesses, and value, both at the time of mediation and before a possible jury in the trial venue, should the case proceed to trial.

TRUSTED

James enjoys the trust of both plaintiff and defense bars. Given his extensive experience both as outside and House counsel for a large Auto|Fire Carrier, claim reps trust his insights.

What Other Attorneys Say

"Although I was convinced settlement was not possible, you proved me wrong. I believe you have a special talent for mediation and it is important that others be made aware of this talent."

Defense Counsel - Real Estate Fraud

"He was not only economical but also effective. Highly recommended and would not hesitate to use Lynch again."

Law Offices of Ross Libenson

"What immediately struck me about Mr. Lynch was the sense of calm and ease he brought into a room full of fairly combative litigants."

Plaintiff Counsel - Personal Injury Case

"Jim Lynch is a natural mediator. Mr. Lynch did a tremendous job gaining the trust and respect of each of the parties and attorneys. "

Defense Counsel - Personal Injury Case

"Mr. Lynch was able to mediate a settlement which resolved a case which had been in litigation for almost a year with no significant movement prior to the mediation. Having worked with many mediators, I am glad to have chosen Mr. Lynch for my case and would highly recommend him to others. "

Plantiff Counsel

"I'm really glad we had a chance to work with you on this case. We will be working together on future matters."

Defense Counsel - Med Mal Case

"He spent time learning about the case and took a pro-active approach to assisting the parties achieve their settlement goals."

Defense Counsel - Legal Malpractice Case

"I will no doubt recommend your services without hesitation and would be more than happy to utilize you in the future."

Plaintiff Counsel - Premises Liability

"Having a facilitator who understands the issues but also has a sense of humor, and perspective, makes the process much less unpleasant. Finding a neutral who is sharp, effective, and personable is surprisingly rare."

Defense Counsel - Catastrophic Knee Injury

"From one winner to another! You restored my peace of mind. Thanks again."

Defendant, Brain Injury Case (Former 49er, NFL Hall of Famer)

"You were like a rugby player. You moved the matter along inch-by-inch until it settled. Well done. Congratulations."

Counsel

"I was impressed with your settlement skills. I will pass around your info to the office."

Counsel - Legal Malpractice Case

"The guy has just about all the attributes that you would want in a mediator in all the important elements: presentation, demeanor, occupational background (big firm mass-tort, med. mal., legal mal, defense), sense of humor, etc."

Law Offices of Walter Cook

Lynch Mediation

EXPERIENCED

KNOWLEDGEABLE

TRUSTED

What Other Attorneys Say

Areas of Expertise

Maritime

Professional Liability

Trucking

Bodily Injury

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