Signature Resolution Welcomes the Honorable Zaven V. Sinanian (Ret.) to Its Panel of Neutrals
LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) July 12, 2023 -- Signature Resolution, a leader in alternative dispute resolution, announced today that the Honorable Zaven V. Sinanian (Ret.) is joining the firm. Judge Sinanian brings over 30 years of legal experience to his new role. His background as a superior court judge assigned to the mandatory settlement conference program and independent calendar civil courtroom has positioned him to be a balanced and insightful facilitator and decision maker.
“As a judge, my commitment to fair mediation is unwavering,” said Sinanian. “I take pride in my ability to creatively resolve conflicts, from business contracts to personal injury cases, and I aim to create meaningful dialogue through active listening and human connection, which fosters trust and understanding between all parties. I'm pleased to join Signature Resolution and continue working proactively with clients to resolve their disputes.”
Dario Higuchi, Signature Resolution founding partner and managing member, commented, “Judge Sinanian brings valuable experience to our Signature Resolution panel, particularly through his most recent tenure with the Los Angeles Superior Court’s Mandatory Settlement Conference Program. He has presided over a multitude of cases and developed a thoughtful and tactful approach to mediation, making him a valued addition to the Signature Resolution team.”
Before joining Signature Resolution, Judge Sinanian served as the managing judge of the Los Angeles Superior Court’s Mandatory Settlement Conference Program for the last five years. In this role, he oversaw a diverse range of civil cases, managing intake forms from lawyers, assigning cases, facilitating last-minute cases, and promoting the benefits of the program to the legal community.
Before his involvement with the Los Angeles Superior Court’s Mandatory Settlement Conference Program, Judge Sinanian presided over jury and bench trials. Before his appointment to the superior court, he served 13 years as a deputy attorney general within the Office of the Attorney General, Department of Justice. He also took a sabbatical to help establish Armenia's Foreign Ministry and served as the minister's counselor, attending diplomatic conferences and providing expertise in international treaties and constitutional rights.
Judge Sinanian is also committed to education and mentorship. His passion for teaching is evident through his participation in panel discussions, as well as events focusing on career advancement and the general practice of law. In recent years, he has also organized brown bag lunches for the LA County Bar Association to help educate lawyers on how to prepare their cases when ordered to the Los Angeles Superior Court Mandatory Settlement Conference Program.
To learn more about Judge Sinanian, please visit signatureresolution.com.
About Signature Resolution
Established in 2017 in the heart of Los Angeles, Signature Resolution comprises a panel of distinguished neutrals hailing from diverse backgrounds, including respected judges and trial attorneys specializing in virtually every civil practice area. The founding partners inaugurated the organization with a vision of providing the highest level of service and convenience for attorneys and their clients. Signature Resolution’s panelists offer unrivaled expertise and commitment to resolve even the most challenging legal matters. For more information about the firm’s mediation, arbitration and other dispute resolution services, visit signatureresolution.com.
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