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HON. LOUIS M. MEISINGER (RET.)
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Hon. Louis Meisinger (Ret.) has excelled at every phase of his legal career and continues to do so as one of the most prominent neutrals in the country.
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As a full-time neutral, Judge Meisinger is known for his extensive preparation, his honest evaluation of the merits of each case, and his persistent and diligent work with counsel to help resolve disputes in a mutually beneficial and expedient manner.
Judge Meisinger's wide-ranging legal knowledge, intellect and experience allows him to bring a unique perspective and approach to every case he handles. Since retiring from the bench, he has specialized in resolving high-stakes, high-value and complex litigation disputes and matters.
Prior to his appointment to the bench, Judge Meisinger founded the preeminent media, arts and entertainment law firm Hill Wynne Troop & Meisinger, where he focused on entertainment and complex business matters. In 1998, he joined The Walt Disney Company as general counsel, where he oversaw global legal affairs for five years. He was then recruited by the international law firm of Sheppard Mullin where he successfully established the firm's Entertainment & Media Group. Finally, after more than 40 years as a litigator in both state and federal courts, Judge Meisinger was appointed to the Los Angeles Superior Court, where he served as a trial, family law and settlement judge for five years.
ADR Services, Inc., Neutral (2014 – 2017)
The Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Judge (2008 – 2013)
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton, Senior Advisor (2003 – 2008)
The Walt Disney Company, Executive Vice President & General Counsel (1998 – 2003)
Hill Wynne Troop & Meisinger, Founder (1975 – 1998)
ACHIEVEMENTS, AWARDS & MEMBERSHIPS
Daily Journal, California's Top Neutrals
Power Mediators, Hollywood Reporter
Lawdragon, Leading Judges in America
Chambers USA, Leading Entertainment & Media Lawyer
Los Angeles Magazine, Super Lawyers
Constitutional Rights Foundation, Bill of Rights Award
Beverly Hills Bar Association, Entertainment Lawyer of the Year
J.D., UCLA School of Law, Order of the Coif; Law Review, Sr. Editor
B.A., UCLA Phi Beta Kappa
"In #MeToo Era, Misconduct Settlements Stay Confidential" – Daily Journal (August, 7 2019)
"Louis Meisinger: In His Court" – Attorney At Law Magazine (March, 11 2019)
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