David M. Karen, Esq. Professional Best Mediator Business Mediation Real Estate Mediator

Exclusively Mediating and Arbitrating with Judicate West

It is never too early or too late to mediate.

David M. Karen, Esq.

David M. Karen mediates virtually all civil matters involving business law, contract disputes, personal injury and accidents, consumer protection cases, employment, real estate, construction, professional negligence, and insurance-related litigation.

David Karen is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and has been advising his clients and resolving their legal disputes for over 37 years.

Mediation Areas

  • Personal Injury

  • Premises Liability

  • Products Liability

  • Real Estate Disputes

  • Business/Contractual Matters

  • Construction Defect

  • Employment and Wrongful Termination

  • Government Liability

  • Professional Negligence (Medical and Legal)

Contact David M. Karen

Case Manager — Nikki Carter
nikki@judicatewest.com
(714) 852-5185

David’s Direct Contact Info
dk@dk4law.com
(805) 901-3003

  • "It was a pleasure having you be able to assist in bringing about a successful conclusion given the dynamics you faced in the other room. Your professionalism and dedication was most appreciated. I will certainly keep you at the top of my list for future mediations. Thanks again. Take care."

    ~ Alan Berg, Esq., Attorney

  • "We wanted to thank you again for your efforts. The simple fact is that without you it is unlikely this case would have been settled. We no longer wake up with the specter of a trial looming over our heads…We appreciate beyond measure your efforts on our behalf."

    ~ Cynthia, Ph.D, Electrical Engineer and husband William, 30 Year FBI Agent, retired

  • "Mr. Karen acted professionally, exhibited intelligence, and an understanding of the advantages of being courteous to the opposition while strongly supporting his client with regards to facts and the law."

    ~ Keith Schulner, Esq., Mediation Attorney

  • "David was very adept & persistent. He continued to assist the parties in reaching a settlement beyond the initial mediation."

    ~ Mark O. Hiepler, Esq., Attorney

  • "From its experience with the local legal community, the court is aware that Mr. Karen is experienced and competent both as a litigator and as a mediator. He was very suited to Mr. [X’s] needs to sue his former lawyers and to reach a negotiated settlement of the case to raise badly needed cash."

    ~ Judge of the Ventura County Superior Court

  • "David Karen is an excellent mediator. He was fair and was able to resolve the matter equitably and it was not an easy case to resolve."

    ~ Robin Paley, Esq., Attorney