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Mar. 27, 2020

Subtle Persuasion

Without the power of a black robe, Michael Ranahan gently resolves disputes.

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JAMS
Personal injury, products liability, property damage, medical malpractice, casualty loss claims, landlord-tenant matters, lemon law claims, contract disputes

SAN FRANCISCO — Michael D. Ranahan, who switched from being a plaintiffs’ personal injury attorney to a JAMS neutral 15 years ago, prides himself on his flexibility when mediating disputes.

“There is no one size fits all,” he said.

Ranahan sometimes will hold joint sessions and sometimes won’t. At times, he works with attorneys and their clients to facilitate solutions. But if the lawyer... (continued)

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