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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Feb. 6, 2010

William D. Stein

After more than two decades as a judge, William D. Stein works hard as a neutral to ensure opposing parties have ample opportunity to tell their side of the story.

By Dhyana Levey

Daily Journal Staff Writer

SAN FRANCISCO - When William D. Stein started to pack up his legal materials into boxes as he considered retiring as a judge from 1st District Court of Appeal in 2004, he realized he wasn't ready to pack up his legal career.

He ended up staying on the bench for another four years.

"I just couldn't bring myself to put it away," said Stein, 69. "I h...

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