Introduction
Following 48 years as a successful civil jury trial lawyer, Gerald pursued a career as a full-time neutral. He mediated more than 150 cases, as well as engaged in countless settlement conferences. He started and managed a voluntary settlement program for the Torrance Superior Court and served as a settlement officer for dozens of litigated cases. Previously, he was the co-founder and partner at a prestigious personal injury firm in Torrance, CA . He obtained well over 100 verdicts, judgments, and awards in every type of personal injury case, including wrongful death, elder abuse, and medical malpractice.
Gerald has received countless accolades, awarded “Trial Lawyer of the Year” by multiple organizations, and has been consistently recognized as a Southern California Super Lawyer. He has also served on the board of many legal organizations and is an ABOTA member.
Gerald brings a wealth of knowledge to Judicate West, and states “I have an ethic for hard work; a need for thorough preparation; a compelling willingness to listen; and patience. These tools, coupled with my extensive legal and life experiences, are the foundation for the successful mediation of the litigated case.”
Practice Areas
Experience Summary
Below is a sampling of the various matters Gerald Agnew, Esq. handled as a practicing attorney or neutral.
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Hobbies & Interests
Gerald is an avid cyclist and competes at the Masters Level in Velodrome (track) racing and has multiple State, National, and World Championships and National records. He also enjoys mountain biking and backpacking in the Eastern Sierras. Passionate about giving back to the community, he and his former law partner awarded more than 500 scholarships over 30 years to deserving high school seniors entering community college. Most of all, he loves spending time with his family - his wife, seven children, and seven grandchildren.
Testimonials
"We settled, you were THE BEST, as I knew you would. I cannot thank you for your help with a difficult case."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto Case
"You were amazing this evening. You exuded the perfect skill and temperament for our lovely but fairly tough client. Thank you for all that you did.
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- Personal Injury Attorney With Over Three Decades of Experience
"Thank you very much Gerry for all your hard work yesterday! Everyone was not very optimistic about this case going in, and we really did not think it would settle. But you proved us all wrong! With all your hard work, we were able to obtain an unbelievable result for all parties. You really broke barriers in this case and we truly appreciate your hard work on this one! "
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Dangerous Road Condition Case
"Gerry’s decades of experience handling high-exposure cases and his patient and professional demeanor have made him one of the best mediators I have had the pleasure of working with. He consistently demonstrates a genuine interest in his cases and offers intelligent, creative suggestions of ways to compromise a disputed claim. Simply one of the best."
- Founding Member of a Top Insurance and Professional Liability Defense Firm
"I’m very pleased with the way it went, as was my client. You worked your very unique gentlemanly and professional magic to bring people together and find the right number. I cannot thank you enough and I am looking forward to the many future mediations we will have with you. "
- Junior Partner at a Firm Based in Irvine
"Thank you for the outstanding work on this case. The case would not have settled without your work. "
- Partner at a Firm Based in Los Angeles
"It was a true pleasure working with you yesterday. I am confident that we would not have achieved yesterday's excellent result without your input, guidance, and tenacity.
We need more strong mediators like you out there. Many try to do what you do – but simply can’t. Hopefully we will have an opportunity to work together again in the future.
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- Adjuster on a Medical Malpractice Case
"Thank you so much for the kind words. It was one of the smoothest mediations I’ve ever had. It was wonderful working with you, and I look forward to the next one."
- Partner at a Firm Based in Long Beach
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