Introduction
After 33 years as a successful trial attorney and firm owner specializing in medical malpractice, premises liability and wrongful death, Lauren Tate realized her passion for mediation and began to make her transition in 2012. While her litigation practice focused on personal injury matters, she has successfully mediated a wide variety of matters including business and real estate disputes. Lauren is particularly skilled at maintaining control of negotiations and reaching settlements in emotionally charged cases. She brings to each case her strong emotional intelligence coupled with extensive experience working with professionals in complex medical cases and remains committed to resolution throughout the process.
Lauren is not only adept at listening to counsel and crafting the most effective process for each case, but she also quickly builds a foundation of trust and respect, manages expectations, and keeps the parties motivated to make informed decisions. According to Lauren, “My work as a neutral resolving cases is by far, the most rewarding of my career. I have worked hard my entire personal and professional life to develop the skills required to be an effective mediator and am both proud and humbled to do this work.” An attorney commented, “She was able to listen empathically to my client’s frustration and keep her engaged and she spoke to her directly about the negatives and the risks while maintaining her respect and trust. I’m a little surprised at how effective a mediator can be. In the past I identified very little difference between them. She is really a cut above!”
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Hobbies & Interests
When Lauren is not working, you will find her hiking in the Desolation Wilderness or Seven Sisters, swimming and sailing in Lake Tahoe. She is passionate about her work as a member of Donor Development Committee of the Alameda County Community Food Bank and a proud supporter of Achieve Tahoe which serves disabled adults, children and veterans pursuing summer and winter sports.
Testimonials
"I was blown away by your compassion, attention to detail, incisive analysis, and no-nonsense straight talk. You mastered the emotional and practical facets of the case."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto Matter
"I was super impressed with Ms. Tate's preparation and command of the facts and issues."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury case
"Lauren is one of the best mediators I have ever used. She is smart, empathetic, and committed! I am so very grateful for her skills.
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- Attorney on an Elder Abuse/Medical Malpractice case
"Our mediator, Lauren Tate, was excellent. She was the best mediator I have had in my 36 years of practicing law. I would definitely recommend her and use her again. "
- Attorney on a Medical Malpractice case
"My experience was great and it was due primarily to the mediator. I would absolutely mediate with Lauren Tate again."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Slip & Fall case
"You did a fantastic job as a mediator. Know that your efforts have brought a substantial measure of closure and peace to our client, which goes well beyond any monetary settlement."
- Attorney on a Medical Malpractice Matter
"She was amazing. I can't say enough about the hard work she put in. I have known Lauren for many years, but never had an opportunity to meditate with her. I am so very impressed! You are lucky to have her."
- Attorney on a Medical Malpractice Case
"Lauren is a great mediator! She has the almost unique ability to leave everyone - both the parties and the lawyers - feeling that they were heard and achieved a favorable result. "
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Slip & Fall case
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