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Steve Mehta, Esq.
In 2002, after practicing law representing both plaintiff and defense, Steve Mehta dedicated his practice to mediation. He has resolved thousands of disputes involving serious personal injury, elder abuse, employment, bad faith, partner dissolution and business disputes. He is a frequent speaker and author on dispute resolution for the State Bar, Daily Journal, San Fernando Bar Journal, Los Angeles Lawyer Magazine and various Bar Associations. Many lawyers comment on Mr. Mehta’s dedication for resolving cases. One attorney commented, “His skills and tireless efforts are the primary reason this case settled within a short period of time after the mediation.” Another attorney commented, “All the parties were impressed with his patience, attention to detail, homework and ability to read character, all of which helped the case settle.”
LEGAL CAREER & PRIOR EXPERIENCE
  • Partner, Mehta & Mann, specializing in dispute resolution (2002-Present)
  • Mediator, Los Angeles Superior Courts
  • Senior Associate, McNicholas & McNicholas (1999-02)
  • Associate, Kussman & Whitehill (1994-99)
  • Arbitrator, Los Angeles Superior Courts
  • Judge Pro Tem, Los Angeles Superior Courts
  • Professor, Los Angeles Valley College, Paralegal Training Program
  • Associate, Rushfeldt, Shelley & Drake (1994-94)
  • Associate, Adams, Duque & Hazeltine (1992-94)
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
  • J.D., University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (1992)
  • B.A., California State University, Northridge (1989)
  • Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Member, Consumer Attorneys of California
  • Co-Chair, Small Firm and Technology Section, Beverly Hills Bar Association
  • President, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
  • Co-Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
  • Member, Los Angeles Bar Association
  • Member, American Bar Association
  • Member, Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association
  • Member, Southern California Mediation Association
ADR EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTIES
  • Product Liability
  • Elder Abuse
  • Personal Injury
  • Bad Faith
  • Business related matters
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
  • Mr. Mehta was recognized as a Super Lawyer Mediator by Super Lawyer Magazine published in Los Angeles Magazine in 2005 and 2006.
  • In 2004 Mr. Mehta was awarded Lawyer of the Year by the State Bar of California, Solo and Small Firm Section.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
  • In his spare time, Mr. Mehta enjoys photography, coaching soccer, reading, and going to the movies.
LOCATIONS
  • Los Angeles County


Steve Mehta, Esq.
In 2002, after practicing law representing both plaintiff and defense, Steve Mehta dedicated his practice to mediation. He has resolved thousands of disputes involving serious personal injury, elder abuse, employment, bad faith, partner dissolution and business disputes. He is a frequent speaker and author on dispute resolution for the State Bar, Daily Journal, San Fernando Bar Journal, Los Angeles Lawyer Magazine and various Bar Associations. Many lawyers comment on Mr. Mehta’s dedication for resolving cases. One attorney commented, “His skills and tireless efforts are the primary reason this case settled within a short period of time after the mediation.” Another attorney commented, “All the parties were impressed with his patience, attention to detail, homework and ability to read character, all of which helped the case settle.”
LEGAL CAREER & PRIOR EXPERIENCE
  • Partner, Mehta & Mann, specializing in dispute resolution (2002-Present)
  • Mediator, Los Angeles Superior Courts
  • Senior Associate, McNicholas & McNicholas (1999-02)
  • Associate, Kussman & Whitehill (1994-99)
  • Arbitrator, Los Angeles Superior Courts
  • Judge Pro Tem, Los Angeles Superior Courts
  • Professor, Los Angeles Valley College, Paralegal Training Program
  • Associate, Rushfeldt, Shelley & Drake (1994-94)
  • Associate, Adams, Duque & Hazeltine (1992-94)
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
  • J.D., University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (1992)
  • B.A., California State University, Northridge (1989)
  • Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Member, Consumer Attorneys of California
  • Co-Chair, Small Firm and Technology Section, Beverly Hills Bar Association
  • President, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
  • Co-Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
  • Member, Los Angeles Bar Association
  • Member, American Bar Association
  • Member, Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association
  • Member, Southern California Mediation Association
ADR EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTIES
  • Product Liability
  • Elder Abuse
  • Personal Injury
  • Bad Faith
  • Business related matters
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
  • Mr. Mehta was recognized as a Super Lawyer Mediator by Super Lawyer Magazine published in Los Angeles Magazine in 2005 and 2006.
  • In 2004 Mr. Mehta was awarded Lawyer of the Year by the State Bar of California, Solo and Small Firm Section.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
  • In his spare time, Mr. Mehta enjoys photography, coaching soccer, reading, and going to the movies.
LOCATIONS
  • Los Angeles County