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Michael D. Moorhead, Esq.
With more than 35 years of experience in the resolution and litigation of a wide diversity of legal matters—most of them as a trial attorney—Michael Moorhead currently devotes his practice primarily to Mediation. Among the myriad cases he has settled or tried, many have had results well into the multi-million dollar range. They have ranged from two-party disputes to complex multi-party and multi-jurisdictional actions in a broad spectrum of fields, many involving catastrophic injuries and complex legal issues. The Daily Journal has selected Mr. Moorhead as California’s Top Neutral every year since 2002. As a trial attorney, advocates described him as even-tempered, patient and courteous, traits he brings to the mediation session, where his reputation is also said to be tenacious and effective. As he puts it, “I firmly believe that the trial of an action is the least effective, most expensive and most emotionally draining method of resolving a dispute. Utilizing ADR has allowed me to become part of the solution, not part of the problem.” One defense lawyer commented, “I was hesitant to agree to him because of his plaintiffs background, but after he settled the case, I knew he was a first-rate neutral, totally impartial, and someone I would continue to utilize.”
MEDIATION ONLY
  • This neutral is available only for cases involving Mediation.
LEGAL CAREER & PRIOR EXPERIENCE
  • Founder, Partners Forum Arbitration and Mediation Service (1995)
  • Partner, Law Firm of Pierry & Moorhead, Civil Litigation (1991-02)
  • Partner, Law Firm of Magana, Cathcart, McCarthy & Pierry (1985-91); Associate (1975-85)
  • Pro Bono Attorney, Children's Dependency Court (1985-Present)
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
  • J.D., Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (1972-75)
  • B.A., Whittier College, Whittier, California (1966-70)
  • American Trial Lawyers Association
  • California State Bar Association
  • Los Angeles Couty Bar Association
  • Member, California State Bar, Alternative Dispute Section
  • Member, California Dispute Resolution Council
  • Member, Southern California Mediation Association
  • Fellow, American College of Civil Trial Mediators
  • Fellow, International Academy of Mediators
  • Adjunct Professor of Law, Loyola Law School (1978-82)
ADR EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTIES
  • Catastrophic Injuries
  • Business and Contractual Disputes
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Maritime
  • Product Liability
  • Aviation
  • Premises Liability
  • Construction
  • Governmental Entity Liability
  • Insurance Coverage Issues
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
  • The Daily Journal has selected Mr. Moorhead as California’s Top Neutral every year since 2002.
  • Additionally, he has also been chosen as one of California's Super Lawyer's three times and California's Best Lawyer twice.
  • Mr. Moorhead is a past-President and current member of Board of Directors of Friends of Child Advocates and was honored as "Volunteer of the Year" in 2002 by the County of Los Angeles.
  • Also, he has been chosen as Mediator for mock mediation at 2004 Consumer Attorney's Association of Los Angeles Convention.
  • He has been featured in recent articles by Super Lawyer, What A Mediator Sees In You, January 2004, and Taking A Mediator To Lunch, March 2003.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
  • In his spare time, Mr. Moorhead is an aerobic spinning Instructor and enjoys long distance sail yacht racing, running, mountain biking, heli-skiing.
LOCATIONS
  • Los Angeles County
  • Ventura / SB Counties
  • San Diego County
  • Inland Empire
  • Orange County
  • Northern California
RECENT ARTICLES


Michael D. Moorhead, Esq.
With more than 35 years of experience in the resolution and litigation of a wide diversity of legal matters—most of them as a trial attorney—Michael Moorhead currently devotes his practice primarily to Mediation. Among the myriad cases he has settled or tried, many have had results well into the multi-million dollar range. They have ranged from two-party disputes to complex multi-party and multi-jurisdictional actions in a broad spectrum of fields, many involving catastrophic injuries and complex legal issues. The Daily Journal has selected Mr. Moorhead as California’s Top Neutral every year since 2002. As a trial attorney, advocates described him as even-tempered, patient and courteous, traits he brings to the mediation session, where his reputation is also said to be tenacious and effective. As he puts it, “I firmly believe that the trial of an action is the least effective, most expensive and most emotionally draining method of resolving a dispute. Utilizing ADR has allowed me to become part of the solution, not part of the problem.” One defense lawyer commented, “I was hesitant to agree to him because of his plaintiffs background, but after he settled the case, I knew he was a first-rate neutral, totally impartial, and someone I would continue to utilize.”
MEDIATION ONLY
  • This neutral is available only for cases involving Mediation.
LEGAL CAREER & PRIOR EXPERIENCE
  • Founder, Partners Forum Arbitration and Mediation Service (1995)
  • Partner, Law Firm of Pierry & Moorhead, Civil Litigation (1991-02)
  • Partner, Law Firm of Magana, Cathcart, McCarthy & Pierry (1985-91); Associate (1975-85)
  • Pro Bono Attorney, Children's Dependency Court (1985-Present)
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
  • J.D., Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (1972-75)
  • B.A., Whittier College, Whittier, California (1966-70)
  • American Trial Lawyers Association
  • California State Bar Association
  • Los Angeles Couty Bar Association
  • Member, California State Bar, Alternative Dispute Section
  • Member, California Dispute Resolution Council
  • Member, Southern California Mediation Association
  • Fellow, American College of Civil Trial Mediators
  • Fellow, International Academy of Mediators
  • Adjunct Professor of Law, Loyola Law School (1978-82)
ADR EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTIES
  • Catastrophic Injuries
  • Business and Contractual Disputes
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Maritime
  • Product Liability
  • Aviation
  • Premises Liability
  • Construction
  • Governmental Entity Liability
  • Insurance Coverage Issues
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
  • The Daily Journal has selected Mr. Moorhead as California’s Top Neutral every year since 2002.
  • Additionally, he has also been chosen as one of California's Super Lawyer's three times and California's Best Lawyer twice.
  • Mr. Moorhead is a past-President and current member of Board of Directors of Friends of Child Advocates and was honored as "Volunteer of the Year" in 2002 by the County of Los Angeles.
  • Also, he has been chosen as Mediator for mock mediation at 2004 Consumer Attorney's Association of Los Angeles Convention.
  • He has been featured in recent articles by Super Lawyer, What A Mediator Sees In You, January 2004, and Taking A Mediator To Lunch, March 2003.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
  • In his spare time, Mr. Moorhead is an aerobic spinning Instructor and enjoys long distance sail yacht racing, running, mountain biking, heli-skiing.
LOCATIONS
  • Los Angeles County
  • Ventura / SB Counties
  • San Diego County
  • Inland Empire
  • Orange County
  • Northern California
RECENT ARTICLES