Introduction
With nearly 35 years of combined experience, having participated in approximately 1,500 mediations and arbitrations as both an advocate and neutral, Mr. Oesterreich’s passion for the ADR process has led him to dedicate his practice to full-time neutral work. He represented both plaintiffs and defendants in all types of personal injury matters, including wrongful death, premises liability, product liability including lemon law, and transportation/motor vehicle. His experience also includes business litigation and a wide variety of professional malpractice matters. He also has represented Fortune 100 corporations, small businesses, and business executives in matters including breach of contract, trade secrets, employment, and partnership dissolution matters.
Additionally, for more than 20 years, Mr. Oesterreich has volunteered as both an arbitrator and mediator for the Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Riverside County superior courts. He is a member of the Orange County Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Coupled with his high energy, Tom works extremely hard, and his personal style is one that is outgoing and incredibly engaging. One client commented, “Tom was instrumental in bridging the communication and understanding gap between the parties. His dedication to the mediation process allowed for the parties to reach resolution as he saw the case to completion.”
Practice Areas
Hobbies & Interests
Tom enjoys time at the beach, traveling, wine tasting, golf, and Dodgers baseball.
Website
https://tomediation.com/
Testimonials
"Tom Oesterreich did a really great job in a difficult circumstance in our mediation with him, and we are grateful."
- Attorney on a Property Damage Fire case
"Tom did a great job getting a difficult case resolved. He immediately established credibility with the
client, and made smart recommendations. Will definitely use him again."
- Attorney on a Business/Contractual case
"Mr. Oesterreich was outstanding. He was fully prepared and knew the case well. I appreciate his insight and recommendations that ultimately resolved our case. I look forward to mediating other cases with him soon."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto case
"Mr. Oesterreich is everything a neutral should be. He is experienced, affable, and capable of
maintaining control of the resolution process.
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- Attorney on a Premises Liability case
"Mr. Oesterreich helped mediate a very difficult case in which we were seeking a personal contribution from the Defendant. Although not successful, I would not hesitate to use him again."
- Attorney on a Tort Personal Injury Auto case
"Tom is an intelligent, observant, and well-demeanored mediator. He picks up on the issues and pushes both sides toward a reasonable resolution. He doesn't quit on a mediation even if one side is blatantly unreasonable, but attempts to come up with creative resolutions."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury case
"I was very impressed with Tom’s energy and he is so smart. The case wasn’t ready to settle but we covered a lot of ground and will be on a path to resolve it next week."
- Attorney on a PI Matter
"Tom Oesterreich is an intelligent, observant, and well-demeanored mediator. He picks up on the issues and pushes both sides toward a reasonable resolution. He doesn't quit on a mediation even if one side is blatantly unreasonable, but attempts to come up with creative resolutions."
- Attorney on a Personal Injury case
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