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Arbitrator Profile

Oct. 27, 2007

'Bully-Slayer' Trial Attorney Turns Negotiator

These days, when respected trial attorney Steven J. Rottman bends over a defendant, blasting pointed questions to the unsuspecting recipient of his inquiry, he may not be in the courtroom. He could be role-playing in a mediation session, trying to help the parties involved understand the realities of a trial.

By Rebecca U. Cho
Daily Journal Staff Writer

      These days, when respected trial attorney Steven J. Rottman bends over a defendant, blasting pointed questions to the unsuspecting recipient of his inquiry, he may not be in the courtroom. He could be role-playing in a mediation session, trying to help the parties involved understand the realities of a trial.
      The unusual approach is effe...

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