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Hon. Bernard C. Kaufman, Ret.
Since his retirement in 1994, following 18 years of service on the Los Angeles Superior Court and the Municipal Court in Los Angeles County, Judge Kaufman has been utilizing his experience and keen knowledge of the law to resolve all types of disputes, as a Mediator, Arbitrator, Discovery Referee and Private Judge. As an Arbitrator, he is known for his expertise in family law and probate matters, his acute understanding of business operations and his clear, analytical mind. Clients comment on his friendly temperament, thoroughness in reviewing submitted materials and his dedication and patience for reaching a just decision. One client noted that, “He is a very thorough arbitrator, with a great understanding of law. He should be a good choice for both sides.” As a Mediator, Judge Kaufman is an accomplished professional who demonstrates exceptional intelligence, worldly knowledge and excellent interpersonal skills. He is known for listening attentively to the parties, keeping focused on the key issues and providing suggestions based on his own in-depth experience. “He is very evenhanded, knowledgeable and businesslike,” commented one client. Said another, “He’s very patient, understanding and quite good.”
LEGAL CAREER & PRIOR EXPERIENCE
  • Judge, Superior Court, Los Angeles, Central (1987-94)
  • Judge, Municipal Court, Burbank Judicial District, Los Angeles Cty (1976-87)
  • Private Civil Law Practice, Los Angeles County, specializing in business, probate, personal injury and corporate law (1954-76)
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
  • Member, California Judges Association
  • Former Member, Court’s Executive Committee
  • Former Member, Board of Directors, California Judges Foundation
  • Vice President, Los Angeles County Presiding Judges Association
  • Former Member, Municipal Court Judges Association of Los Angeles County
  • Participant, Los Angeles Superior Court’s Annual Family Law Symposium
  • Seminar Leader, California Judicial College
  • LL.B., University of California, School of Law, Westwood, Los Angeles (1953)
  • B.A., University of California, Westwood, Los Angeles (1950)
ADR EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTIES
  • Personal Injury
  • Business Dissolution
  • Commercial
  • Probate Law
  • Family Law Matters
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
  • Swimming, Golf and Travel
LOCATIONS
  • Los Angeles County