Jeffrey A. Rudman joins Judicate West following an indelible career spanning 26 years in personal injury and employment litigation. Jeff is proud to have received Martindale Hubbell's "AV Preeminent" Rating, the highest rating possible, for his legal capabilities and ethical standards, and has been named in Super Lawyers Magazine since 2007. He has successfully handled over 1,000 personal injury and wrongful death cases in the practice areas of vehicle accidents, premises liability, product liability, and dangerous conditions of public property. He has also represented numerous clients in labor and employment cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment, whistle blowing, and retaliation.
Passionate about giving back, he has served on the board of various bar associations and is highly regarded for his dedication to the legal community. This commitment also led him to join the Resolve Law program with the Los Angeles Superior Court in 2022. In his dozens of successful settlements, he received high accolades from co-mediators and counsel for his work ethic and ability to obtain results. This recognition affirmed what he felt for some time – his true calling was to be a mediator.
Initially practicing law with his father, Jeff credits him for instilling the importance of professionalism and civility at an early age. In describing his current approach to mediation, he states, “I strive to show patience, empathy, and compassion for all involved, while remaining determined to reach resolution. Keeping the process positive, respectful, and hopeful is key.”
Practice Areas
- All types of Personal Injury including Catastrophic, Product Liability, Sexual Assault, and Wrongful Death
- Employment and Labor Law
Hobbies & Interests
Jeff is a big sports fan and roots for the Lakers, Rams, and Dodgers. He also loves going to concerts and notably, has seen Pearl Jam 23 times in eight states.
Legal Career
- Full-time Neutral, Judicate West (2024-Present)
- Mediator/Arbitrator, Rudman Mediation (2023-2024); Resolved personal injury and labor and employment matters.
- Founding and Managing Shareholder/Lead Trial Attorney, The Rudman Law Firm, APC (2010-2024); Specializing in catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims.
- Managing Shareholder, The deRubertis Law Firm (2017-2019); Specialized in labor and employment, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.
- Partner, Greenberg & Rudman, LLP (2007-2010); Specialized in labor and employment, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.
- Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of David H. Greenberg (2003-2007); Specialized in labor and employment, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.
- Associate Attorney, Locke, Rudman & Aberle (1998-2003); Specialized in personal injury.
Education & Professional Affiliations
- J.D., Loyola Law School (1995-1998)
- B.A., University of California, Santa Barbara (1991-1995)
- USDC Mediation Panel Training (2024)
- Certificate in ‘Mediating the Litigated Case’, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine Law (2022)
- Resolve Law LA, LASC Settlement Officer (2022-2024)
- CAALA Settlement Program LASC Settlement Officer (2018-2020)
- Los Angeles Superior Court Working Group (2020); Assisted the court in navigating challenges to the courts and the bar presented by the Covid pandemic.
- Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), Board of Governors (2015, 2020)
- CAALA President (2020); President Elect (2019); First Vice President (2018); Second Vice President (2017); Treasurer (2016); Secretary (2015); Board of Governors (2008-2024)
Achievements & Awards
- CAALA President’s Award (2007, 2010, 2014)
- Frequent presenter at Continuing Legal Education seminars, including CAALA for which he also created the CAALA Document Bank – thousands of sample documents for members
- Frequent author in legal periodicals including Advocate Magazine and Daily Journal
Below is a sampling of the various matters Jeffrey A. Rudman, Esq. handled as a practicing attorney or neutral.
Discrimination
- As a litigator and trial attorney for 25 years, represented plaintiffs in employment cases, including: Discrimination (Disability, Age, Gender, Race, National Origin, Pregnancy, Religious, Sexual Orientation); Wrongful Termination; Hostile Work Environment; Sexual Harassment; Whistleblowing; and Retaliation.
Wage and Hour
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated various labor and employment cases, some examples of which are: a FEHA/Wage & Hour case involving claims of harassment, hostile work environment, constructive discharge, and meal/rest period violations; a Sexual Harassment/Wrongful Termination Case where it was alleged that a supervisor terminated an employee for refusing to go on a date with said supervisor; a Wrongful Termination case where an employee was terminated while on Family Medical Leave; a Wrongful Termination case wherein an employee alleged he was terminated for making lawful complaints about unpaid wages and reimbursements; a case involving violations of the Equal Pay Act, and Sex/Gender Discrimination in violation of FEHA
Assault and Battery
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated an assault and battery case involving a physical altercation between neighbors.
General Negligence
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated dog bite cases brought against both the dog owner, and the owner of the premises at which the dog owner resided.
Personal Injury
- As a litigator and trial attorney for 25 years, represented plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death cases, including: motor vehicle collision cases (auto, motorcycle, truck, pedestrian, bicycle); product liability cases (primarily industrial equipment in the workplace); premises liability cases (slip and fall, trip and fall, other dangerous conditions); dangerous condition of public property cases against governmental entities; dog bite cases; construction site cases (involving the Privette doctrine and its progeny); third party workplace injury cases; medical malpractice; elder abuse; sexual assault; and negligent infliction of emotional distress, involving a wide variety of injuries including: orthopedic injuries; spinal cord injuries; traumatic brain injuries; burn injuries; amputation injuries; and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated a case brought by an employee of an allegedly unlicensed contractor against the hirer of said contractor for injuries sustained while performing work on the hirer’s premises.
PI Auto
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated numerous disputed and undisputed liability motor vehicle collision cases, involving various severities of property damage, and injuries, including fatal injuries.
Premises Liability
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated numerous premises liability cases, some examples of which are: a slip and fall on a door mat inside a residence; a slip and fall on a puddle of water at dry cleaners; a trip and fall on a planter box on private property adjacent to a public sidewalk; a trip and fall on a cleanout pipe on the exterior of a residence; an auto v. pedestrian wrongful death case involving poor signage on the driveway of the property.
- As a mediator/settlement officer, successfully mediated a Dangerous Condition of Public Property case brought against a governmental entity, involving a trip and fall on loose planks on a wooden walkway.
Working with Jeff as our mediator was an exceptional experience. In what seemed like an impossible-to-settle disputed liability case, his expertise and dedication led to a successful resolution that far exceeded our expectations. His follow-up and persistence, even after the settlement, ensured we received the necessary closing documents despite delays from the defense. Our client was thrilled with the outcome, and I am grateful for Jeff’s invaluable assistance throughout the process.
- Senior Trial Attorney at a Personal Injury Firm
It was a pleasure to work with you. We will definitely pitch you in the future, as we would love to work with you again.
- Labor & Employment Attorney
Thank you for your time and effort. I am very surprised that this one settled. This is a case where there was no way that I was going to be able to have my client see the light, so I really needed help, which you provided. Overall, you did a great job - thank you.
- Employment Attorney
Jeff brought the same skill, compassion, and knowledge that he had as a litigator to our mediation. In half a day, Jeff helped bridge the gap that the parties had been stuck on for months.
- Principal Attorney in Southern California
You accomplished in a few hours what many mediators may not have been able to do with more time and resources. I will look your way for future mediations, including on a number of trials we have on the horizon, and will refer you to my colleagues as well.
- Experienced Trial Attorney
I truly appreciate your feedback and was equally impressed with your approach during the negotiations. Your professionalism and dedication to finding a resolution were evident, and it was a pleasure working with you.
- Senior Trial Attorney at a Personal Injury Firm
Jeff was well versed in the application of the law in my case. He was able to convey the weaknesses in my room with sensitivity and he struck a deal on the day of mediation, for a bit more than I was expecting. I will continue to propose him to the other side.
- Attorney at a Top-Rated Law Firm in Los Angeles
Mediating with Jeff was a great experience. He took the process seriously, understood the law and facts and worked with both sides to negotiate a deal in good faith. I would recommend and have recommended Jeff to others and hope to work with him again in the near future.
- Firm Partner with Over 25 Years of Experience
