Mr. Rabin started his legal career in 1972 as a civil trial lawyer. He became seriously involved in dispute resolution as a Judge Pro tem for the Orange County Superior Court in 1977. In 1999 he became a full time mediator/arbitrator joining the panel of Judicate West. He has resolved a wide range of personal injury, medical malpractice, real estate, contractual and employment related matters. He is one of the most experienced neutrals in the area of third party litigation having often lectured in the field. In 2011, Mr. Rabin was inducted as the 3rd member of the Orange County Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame and happily the only one not to have received it posthumously. As an arbitrator Mr. Rabin is noted for his ability to render decisions clearly, concisely and in a timely manner. As a mediator he is open minded, practical, patient, and a great listener. He is quick to understand what is required to suit the needs of the parties. He utilizes creative solutions to resolve disputes and is known to pursue settlement long after a session ends. Clients admire his low key and positive manner as he pursues settlement and often note that he is very effective in communicating each party's perspective to the other and is resourceful in breaking impasse. "Mr. Rabin is a quick study in complex cases and is excellent in handling multiparty cases" said one attorney. He has successfully resolved 1000's of matters.
In his leisure time Mr. Rabin enjoys charitable projects, traveling, kayaking, swimming, meditation, good food and wine and rating restaurants on Zagat.
"Mr. Rabin made the mediation process painless. I think everyone appreciated the resolution he facilitated with great diplomacy."
- Attorney, Los Angeles, California
"[Byron was] terrific in handling this case to settlement. I strongly believe the case might not have settled had [he] not been the mediator. [His] insights were very forceful and intuitive in assessing the issues in the case.
As always it was great to see you and your parrot even though by zoom and not in person! Thanks again for all your help!
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- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto Dispute
"Mr. Rabin is a mediator that understands the issues, the law, and its practical application, which has been an invaluable asset for us in this case. I appreciated that he was accessible and for his follow through approach."
- Attorney, Beverly Hills, California
"I have been in practice since 1982, I think you did a terrific job and the case could not be settled without your help."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto matter
"He was very sensitive to my client’s personality and complaints of pain/stress as a result of the accident."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto Matter
"Mr. Rabin, has a wonderful ability to identify issues and then works hard and creatively to solve or lessen the issues so that a settlement can be achieved."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto Matter
"Mr. Rabin is knowledgeable and does a great job pointing out why the two sides should come together on an amicable settlement. This is helpful if there are client control issues."
- Attorney on a wrongful death/negligence dispute
"I wanted to extend my gratitude for Byron's undying efforts to bring this matter to a conclusion. He kept me calm (no easy task), persevered and got the job done. I will definitely keep him in mind for future matters."
- Attorney, Los Angeles County, California
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