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Services and Explanations

"Two Hat" Mediation + Reference Judge Availability

"Two Hat" Mediation + Reference Judge Availability

"Two Hat" Mediation + Reference Judge Availability

  • With the consent of both parties, Gil is willing to be appointed by the court to serve in two roles wearing the Mediator "hat" when asked and wearing the Judge "hat" at other times as is authorized by the Oregon Code of Judicial Conduct. Most lawyers find that the "two hat" process increases the likelihood of settlement thus saving both parties much expense and stress. See below for more.


A Professional and Courteous Reference Judge

"Two Hat" Mediation + Reference Judge Availability

"Two Hat" Mediation + Reference Judge Availability

  • As one satisfied lawyer said: Gil is courteous, professional and I highly recommend him.  GiI Feibleman gives you a judge that is “certifiably knowledgeable” regarding divorce law, particularly in high asset and complex cases. If you want to avoid the court’s slow docket, the “luck of the draw” judge, problematic opposing attorneys, etc. 

  • As one satisfied lawyer said: Gil is courteous, professional and I highly recommend him.  GiI Feibleman gives you a judge that is “certifiably knowledgeable” regarding divorce law, particularly in high asset and complex cases. If you want to avoid the court’s slow docket, the “luck of the draw” judge, problematic opposing attorneys, etc. Gil is your guy.  Gil was always available to take a call from both lawyers to resolve a discovery or other interim issue. He also made scheduling a top priority on his calendar. 

Hand's On Mediation

"Two Hat" Mediation + Reference Judge Availability

Hand's On Mediation

  • Gil provides mediation services where the mediator is an active participant in suggesting solutions to the complex financial or emotional issues that often hinder resolutions.  In my role as a mediator, Gil can help provide guidance and solutions based on over 48 years of "real world" settlement and litigation experience.
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  • Gil provides mediation services where the mediator is an active participant in suggesting solutions to the complex financial or emotional issues that often hinder resolutions.  In my role as a mediator, Gil can help provide guidance and solutions based on over 48 years of "real world" settlement and litigation experience.
  • Gil only facilitates lawyer-represented parties in mediations. He is happy to refer unrepresented parties to other mediators who accept such matters.

Expert Witness

Case Review and Strategic Analysis Consultation for Lawyers

Hand's On Mediation

  • With over 45 years of experience in every facet of family law, from complex to simple cases along with being a nationally recognized expert, Gil is an excellent choice to assist lawyers in both attorney fee disputes and legal malpractice analysis. 

Case Review and Strategic Analysis Consultation for Lawyers

Case Review and Strategic Analysis Consultation for Lawyers

Case Review and Strategic Analysis Consultation for Lawyers

  • Gil offers confidential issue analysis and strategic advice to lawyers needing help with complex or difficult issues. This assistance is available via phone, zoom and email.

Explanations

Services Limited to Represented Parties

Gilbert Feibleman only provides mediation or reference judge services to cases where parties are represented by lawyers.  He is happy to refer unrepresented parties to other mediators.

Reference Judge

In counties that have adopted the Reference Judge program, parties are allowed to stipulate to the assignment of their case to a private reference judge to handle all matters.  The reference judge must be from a county by county list of lawyers and retired judges who have been approved for such service by both the presiding judge and the Oregon Supreme Court.  Gil Feibleman is an approved Reference Judge in Benton, Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Curry, Deschutes, Jefferson, Josephine, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington & Yamhill counties.


Avoid the delays and uncertainties of the local courtroom by choosing your own private "Reference Judge" who you know has the skill, knowledge, experience and temperament to resolve difficult issues in a just and equitable manner. Streamlined procedures agreed to by both parties can save your clients time, stress and money.  As the Judge I will handle all legal matters and can make prompt and enforceable rulings.

Mediator

As your mediator I can handle complex or emotionally charged situations with the skill set to keep the momentum moving forward even in complex matters. A mediator whose 45+ years of settlement and litigation experience can help your clients make the significant decisions necessary to get your case resolved.  As your mediator, I can help facilitate agreements but I cannot make rulings.

The "Two Hat" Mediation and Reference Judge Process

In cases where the lawyers and parties agree, the Reference Judge can also act as a mediator to further increase the odds of settlement because the parties are aware that the mediator will be the judge if the case does not settle.  This avoids the "two bites of the apple" problem and allows the mediator to give advice of how things might look at trial with more effectiveness.  The Oregon Code of Judicial Conduct, section 3.8, specifically permits a judge who will rule on the merits of a pending case to also participate in the case as a settlement judge with the consent of the parties.  Section 3.9 of the OCJD specifically permits the settlement judge to confer separately with the parties or their lawyers in an effort to settle matters before the court with the consent of the parties.

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