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Aug. 28, 2026

Retired Judge Kenneth Medel mixes an easygoing style with preparation, persistence and a willingness to get firm

Kenneth J. Medel says humor can help litigants move past the emotions that often stand in the way of practical resolutions.

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Retired Judge Kenneth Medel mixes an easygoing style with preparation, persistence and a willingness to get firm

Kenneth J. Medel


Career Highlights: Joined Signature Resolution, June 2024; appointed to the San Diego County Superior Court by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, 2010, retired June 2024; founder, Medel Law Firm, San Diego, 2000-10; managing partner, Medel & Rawers, San Diego,1997-2000; partner, Ault, Deuprey, Jones & Gorman, San Diego, 1987-97; deputy district attorney, San Diego County, 1980-87

Law School: University of San Diego School of Law, 1979

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Retired Judge Kenneth J. Medel believes a good mediation should have a little entertainment value.

"My courtroom was known for the free expression of humor - which included me - done in a polite and appropriate fashion, not in a bombastic or foolish manner," Medel said. "I've tried to carry that spirit over into the private mediation world. ... And I think that approach, where there is some small modicum of entertainment value in my mediation, sets m... (continued)

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