https://simplecast.com Results Beyond Dispute Results Beyond Dispute is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today. Results Beyond Dispute: A Judicate West Podcast 2026 en Thu, 1 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 1 Oct 2026 17:14:55 +0000 https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com Results Beyond Dispute https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/b88f2a1b-1901-4323-b936-0d9e37adc2c6/3d8e385a-aeb9-4506-a7f5-2d3935cc5a32/3000x3000/thread_viewer.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com episodic Results Beyond Dispute is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today. Judicate West false https://feeds.simplecast.com/qkzTiK8Z adr, judges, thought leadership, law & society, in-house counsel, legal innovation, legal thought leadership, dispute resolution, justice system, arbitration, negotiation, legal trends, legal insights, legal professionals, legal industry, attorneys, mediation, legal profession, law Adjudicate, Inc. connie.davis@judicatewest.com a3d0477b-64ed-4a3d-8fe2-e9dce6ee5ea0 Pro Bono Law Leaders: Why Pro Bono Matters | Results Beyond Dispute℠ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

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Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Featured Speakers:

Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee; Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

Sirena P. Castillo, Esq.
Partner and Director of Pro Bono; Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLC
Bio: https://www.manatt.com/sirena-castillo

David A. Lash, Esq.
Managing Counsel for Pro Bono and Public Interest Services; O’Melveny & Myers LLP
Bio: https://www.omm.com/professionals/david-a-lash/

Steven H. Schulman, Esq.
Partner, Pro Bono; Akin Gump
Bio: https://www.akingump.com/en/lawyers-advisors/steven-h-schulman

Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the organizations with whom they are affiliated or of Judicate West.


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]]> Thu, 1 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Dan Grunfeld, Sirena P. Castillo, Steven H. Schulman, David A. Lash) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/jw-Pj1wMwWv Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Featured Speakers:

Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee; Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

Sirena P. Castillo, Esq.
Partner and Director of Pro Bono; Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLC
Bio: https://www.manatt.com/sirena-castillo

David A. Lash, Esq.
Managing Counsel for Pro Bono and Public Interest Services; O’Melveny & Myers LLP
Bio: https://www.omm.com/professionals/david-a-lash/

Steven H. Schulman, Esq.
Partner, Pro Bono; Akin Gump
Bio: https://www.akingump.com/en/lawyers-advisors/steven-h-schulman

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]]> Pro Bono Law Leaders: Why Pro Bono Matters | Results Beyond Dispute℠ Dan Grunfeld, Sirena P. Castillo, Steven H. Schulman, David A. Lash 01:03:30 Dan Grunfeld speaks with pro bono leaders Steven Schulman, Sirena P. Castillo, and David A. Lash about their careers, the growing gap in access to legal help, and the cases that sustain their commitment to service. They discuss immigration and housing representation, opportunities for young lawyers, collaboration across firms and countries, and the profound stakes of pro bono work. Dan Grunfeld speaks with pro bono leaders Steven Schulman, Sirena P. Castillo, and David A. Lash about their careers, the growing gap in access to legal help, and the cases that sustain their commitment to service. They discuss immigration and housing representation, opportunities for young lawyers, collaboration across firms and countries, and the profound stakes of pro bono work. pro bono lawyers, housing, west, justice gap, legal aid, access to justice, legal protection, law firm pro bono programs, immigration, david a. lash, international pro bono, asylum, lawyers, association of pro bono counsel, legal service, litigation, learn, dan grunfeld, judicial, rights, results beyond the dispute, associate development, bono, litigate, law podcast, pro, sirena p. castillo, pro bono law, public interest law, pro bono, profiles in excellence, legal service., steven schulman, judicate false full 6 f08dbadd-1267-4517-b055-0e21e6ae53ae Roman Silberfeld on What Makes a Great Trial Lawyer? | Results Beyond Dispute℠ ⸻

Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Featured Speaker: Roman Silberfeld, Esq.
Partner and National Trial Chair of Robins Kaplan LLP
2121 Avenue of the Stars | Suite 2800 | Los Angeles, CA 90067

Contact Information:
Main Line: (310) 552-0130
Direct Dial: (310) 229-5807
Email: rsilberfeld@robinskaplan.com
Bio: https://www.robinskaplan.com/professionals/roman-silberfeld

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]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Dan Grunfeld, Roman Silberfeld) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/roman-silberfeld-on-what-makes-a-great-trial-lawyer-results-beyond-dispute-mC95zw0i ⸻

Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Featured Speaker: Roman Silberfeld, Esq.
Partner and National Trial Chair of Robins Kaplan LLP
2121 Avenue of the Stars | Suite 2800 | Los Angeles, CA 90067

Contact Information:
Main Line: (310) 552-0130
Direct Dial: (310) 229-5807
Email: rsilberfeld@robinskaplan.com
Bio: https://www.robinskaplan.com/professionals/roman-silberfeld

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#legalpodcast #profilesinexcellence #resultsbeyonddispute #judicatewest #dangrunfeld #romansilberfeld #triallawyer #trialadvocacy #triallaw #litigation #litigationstrategy #courtroomstrategy #courtroomadvocacy #jurytrials #jurytrial #trialpreparation #trialpractice #trialskills #legalleadership #legalprofession #businesslitigation #masstorts #highstakeslitigation #nuclearverdicts #disputeresolution #mediation #arbitration #legalethics #probono #judicialindependence #lawpodcast #lawandbusiness #litigationlawyer #trialattorney #legalinsights #VietnamDraft #VietnamDraftLottery #VietnamWar #DraftLottery #VietnamEra #SelectiveService #MilitaryDraft #VietnamHistory #VietnamStories

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]]> Roman Silberfeld on What Makes a Great Trial Lawyer? | Results Beyond Dispute℠ Dan Grunfeld, Roman Silberfeld 00:33:57 Dan Grunfeld interviews renowned trial lawyer Roman Silberfeld about the experiences that shaped his career, his approach to high-stakes litigation, and what sets true trial advocates apart, including the critical role of credibility and courtroom intuition. The conversation also explores misconceptions about jury verdicts, his commitment to pro bono work, and the importance of protecting judicial independence. Dan Grunfeld interviews renowned trial lawyer Roman Silberfeld about the experiences that shaped his career, his approach to high-stakes litigation, and what sets true trial advocates apart, including the critical role of credibility and courtroom intuition. The conversation also explores misconceptions about jury verdicts, his commitment to pro bono work, and the importance of protecting judicial independence. judicial independence, trial, nuclear verdicts, trial skills, mass torts, trial preparation, jury trial, law, vietnam war, roman silberfeld, high stakes litigation, arbitration, strategy, lottery, legal leadership, courtroom advocacy, litigation, draft lottery, dan grunfeld, litigation strategy, trial lawyer, judicate west, mediation, trial practice, law podcast, advocacy, results beyond dispute, vietnam draft, business litigation, legal profession, dispute resolution, pro bono false full 5 5dbd9c37-ff0d-4298-8bd1-31dc0bd00e5e Jake Dear on the California Supreme Court, Judicial Independence, and a Life of Public Service 🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

👉 Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
👉 Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Host:

Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Guest:

Jake Dear, Esq.
Chief Supervising Attorney (Ret.), California Supreme Court

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#JakeDear #CaliforniaSupremeCourt #JudicialIndependence #PublicService #Legacy #RuleOfLaw #CaliforniaLaw #ProfilesInExcellence #ResultsBeyondDispute #legalpodcast #profilesinexcellence #resultsbeyonddispute #judicatewest #dangrunfeld #legalprofession #legalleadership #generalcounsel #inhousecounsel #corporatelaw #legalstrategy #mediation #arbitration #disputeresolution #corporategovernance #compliance #legalcareers #mentorship #probono #businesslaw #executiveleadership #legalleadership #lawpodcast #lawandbusiness #executivelegalinsights #corporatelegalstrategy #legalriskmanagement #mediator #arbitrator

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]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Dan Grunfeld, Jake Dear) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/jake-dear-on-the-california-supreme-court-judicial-independence-and-a-life-of-public-service-results-beyond-dispute-Orjby_20 🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

👉 Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
👉 Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Host:

Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Guest:

Jake Dear, Esq.
Chief Supervising Attorney (Ret.), California Supreme Court

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#JakeDear #CaliforniaSupremeCourt #JudicialIndependence #PublicService #Legacy #RuleOfLaw #CaliforniaLaw #ProfilesInExcellence #ResultsBeyondDispute #legalpodcast #profilesinexcellence #resultsbeyonddispute #judicatewest #dangrunfeld #legalprofession #legalleadership #generalcounsel #inhousecounsel #corporatelaw #legalstrategy #mediation #arbitration #disputeresolution #corporategovernance #compliance #legalcareers #mentorship #probono #businesslaw #executiveleadership #legalleadership #lawpodcast #lawandbusiness #executivelegalinsights #corporatelegalstrategy #legalriskmanagement #mediator #arbitrator

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]]> Jake Dear on the California Supreme Court, Judicial Independence, and a Life of Public Service Dan Grunfeld, Jake Dear 01:42:52 In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Neutral at Judicate West, sits down with Jake Dear, Esq., one of the most respected and influential figures in the modern history of the California Supreme Court. Over a remarkable career spanning more than four decades, Dear served as a chambers attorney, Chief Supervising Attorney, and chief of staff to multiple Chief Justices, helping shape the work of what is widely regarded as the nation's most influential state high court. Dear reflects on the experiences, mentors, and defining moments that shaped his career, from his early fascination with the Watergate hearings to working alongside some of California’s most influential jurists, including Justice Stanley Mosk, Justice Joseph Grodin, Chief Justice Malcolm Lucas, Chief Justice Ronald M. George, and Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye. He shares the philosophy that guided his work throughout his career: "the law is my client," offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Supreme Court attorneys support judicial decision-making while striving for objectivity, intellectual honesty, and fidelity to the rule of law. The conversation explores pivotal moments in California judicial history, including the landmark 1986 retention election in which Chief Justice Rose Bird and Justices Joseph Grodin and Cruz Reynoso were not retained by California voters. Dear discusses the evolving role of appellate courts, the importance of legal writing and mentorship, the impact of mediation and arbitration on the development of the law, and the challenges facing courts in an increasingly polarized society. In a deeply personal portion of the discussion, Dear reflects on legacy, purpose, and perspective. With candor, grace, and remarkable optimism, he shares what a lifetime devoted to public service has taught him about justice, community, and the enduring importance of institutions. Insightful, thoughtful, and moving, this episode offers a rare window into the inner workings of the California Supreme Court and the life of a public servant whose influence has helped shape California law for more than forty years. In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Neutral at Judicate West, sits down with Jake Dear, Esq., one of the most respected and influential figures in the modern history of the California Supreme Court. Over a remarkable career spanning more than four decades, Dear served as a chambers attorney, Chief Supervising Attorney, and chief of staff to multiple Chief Justices, helping shape the work of what is widely regarded as the nation's most influential state high court. Dear reflects on the experiences, mentors, and defining moments that shaped his career, from his early fascination with the Watergate hearings to working alongside some of California’s most influential jurists, including Justice Stanley Mosk, Justice Joseph Grodin, Chief Justice Malcolm Lucas, Chief Justice Ronald M. George, and Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye. He shares the philosophy that guided his work throughout his career: "the law is my client," offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Supreme Court attorneys support judicial decision-making while striving for objectivity, intellectual honesty, and fidelity to the rule of law. The conversation explores pivotal moments in California judicial history, including the landmark 1986 retention election in which Chief Justice Rose Bird and Justices Joseph Grodin and Cruz Reynoso were not retained by California voters. Dear discusses the evolving role of appellate courts, the importance of legal writing and mentorship, the impact of mediation and arbitration on the development of the law, and the challenges facing courts in an increasingly polarized society. In a deeply personal portion of the discussion, Dear reflects on legacy, purpose, and perspective. With candor, grace, and remarkable optimism, he shares what a lifetime devoted to public service has taught him about justice, community, and the enduring importance of institutions. Insightful, thoughtful, and moving, this episode offers a rare window into the inner workings of the California Supreme Court and the life of a public servant whose influence has helped shape California law for more than forty years. california supreme court attorney, judicial independence, california judiciary, jake dear, malcolm lucas, court administration, judicial leadership, stanley mosk, rule of law, rose bird, tani cantil-sakauye, california supreme court historical society, jake dear esq, california courts, legal writing, state supreme courts, california supreme court history, public service, public servant, legacy, law and society, dan grunfeld, california legal history, california supreme court, 1986 retention election, results beyond dispute, courts and democracy, appellate law, legal profession, ronald george, profiles in excellence, mentorship, public institutions, joseph grodin, legal mentorship false full 4 fb4d6097-525f-44ff-bc54-929fc9f3fff8 Public Interest Law Leaders: Justice and Leadership in Challenging Times 🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

👉 Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
👉 Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Host:

Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Guests:

Monica Eav Glicken, Esq.
CEO/ Executive Director and General Counsel, Public Law Center
Bio: https://www.publiclawcenter.org/about/staff/#monica-eav-glicken

Kathryn Eidmann, Esq.
President & CEO, Public Counsel
Bio: https://publiccounsel.org/staff/kathryn-eidmann/

Adam Murray, Esq.
CEO of Inner City Law Center
Bio: https://innercitylaw.org/staff/

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#legalpodcast #profilesinexcellence #resultsbeyonddispute #judicatewest #dangrunfeld #legalprofession #legalleadership #generalcounsel #inhousecounsel #corporatelaw #legalstrategy #mediation #arbitration #disputeresolution #corporategovernance #compliance #legalcareers #mentorship #probono #businesslaw #executiveleadership #legalleadership #lawpodcast #lawandbusiness #executivelegalinsights #corporatelegalstrategy #legalriskmanagement #mediator #arbitrator

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]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Adjudicate, Inc.) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/public-interest-law-leaders-justice-and-leadership-in-challenging-times-results-beyond-dispute-DlPmB_3_ 🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today.

🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast

👉 Listen on your favorite podcast platform.
👉 Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Host:

Dan Grunfeld, Esq.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Guests:

Monica Eav Glicken, Esq.
CEO/ Executive Director and General Counsel, Public Law Center
Bio: https://www.publiclawcenter.org/about/staff/#monica-eav-glicken

Kathryn Eidmann, Esq.
President & CEO, Public Counsel
Bio: https://publiccounsel.org/staff/kathryn-eidmann/

Adam Murray, Esq.
CEO of Inner City Law Center
Bio: https://innercitylaw.org/staff/

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#legalpodcast #profilesinexcellence #resultsbeyonddispute #judicatewest #dangrunfeld #legalprofession #legalleadership #generalcounsel #inhousecounsel #corporatelaw #legalstrategy #mediation #arbitration #disputeresolution #corporategovernance #compliance #legalcareers #mentorship #probono #businesslaw #executiveleadership #legalleadership #lawpodcast #lawandbusiness #executivelegalinsights #corporatelegalstrategy #legalriskmanagement #mediator #arbitrator

Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the organizations with whom they are affiliated or of Judicate West.


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]]> Public Interest Law Leaders: Justice and Leadership in Challenging Times Adjudicate, Inc. 01:00:00 In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Neutral at Judicate West, sits down with three of California’s most respected public interest law leaders for a conversation about justice, leadership, and hope in challenging times. Joining the discussion are Kathryn Eidmann, Esq., President & CEO of Public Counsel; Monica Eav Glicken, Esq., CEO/Executive Director and General Counsel of Public Law Center; and Adam Murray, Esq., CEO of Inner City Law Center. Together, they lead organizations that serve tens of thousands of vulnerable individuals each year. Their work supports at-risk children and youth, unhoused families, veterans, immigrants, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations, often at moments of profound crisis. This episode explores what’s keeping these leaders up at night. The deeply personal journeys that led them to public interest law, the tension between direct legal aid and systemic change, and the evolving landscape of pro bono service. Through moving client stories, honest reflections on empathic strain, and a candid discussion about collaboration over competition in the legal services community, this conversation reveals both the weight and the meaning of this work. In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Neutral at Judicate West, sits down with three of California’s most respected public interest law leaders for a conversation about justice, leadership, and hope in challenging times. Joining the discussion are Kathryn Eidmann, Esq., President & CEO of Public Counsel; Monica Eav Glicken, Esq., CEO/Executive Director and General Counsel of Public Law Center; and Adam Murray, Esq., CEO of Inner City Law Center. Together, they lead organizations that serve tens of thousands of vulnerable individuals each year. Their work supports at-risk children and youth, unhoused families, veterans, immigrants, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations, often at moments of profound crisis. This episode explores what’s keeping these leaders up at night. The deeply personal journeys that led them to public interest law, the tension between direct legal aid and systemic change, and the evolving landscape of pro bono service. Through moving client stories, honest reflections on empathic strain, and a candid discussion about collaboration over competition in the legal services community, this conversation reveals both the weight and the meaning of this work. false full 3 6f47cd9e-f43a-4da7-9f02-c273a6a5f74c Sofia Gruskin on Global Health, Human Rights, and Inequality In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Neutral at Judicate West,speaks with Sofia Gruskin, Esq., Distinguished Professor of Population, Public Health Sciences & Law and Director of the University of Southern California Institute on Inequalities in Global Health.

From her early work in public interest law during the HIV crisis to leading USC’s Institute on Inequalities in Global Health, Sofia has focused on how legal systems shape health outcomes, especially for the world’s most vulnerable populations.

The conversation explores the persistent gap between progress and access, the impact of shifting global priorities, and the challenges facing international health institutions today. Sofia also shares insights on interdisciplinary collaboration, the role of law as both a tool and a barrier, and how emerging technologies such as AI may reshape global health.

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🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today. 

🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast 
👉 Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Host: Dan Grunfeld, Esq.,
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Speaker: Sofia Gruskin, Esq.
Distinguished Professor of Population, Public Health Sciences & Law and Director
University of Southern California Institute on Inequalities in Global Health
Bio:  https://globalhealth.usc.edu/about/our-team/core-faculty/sofia-gruskin/

Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the organizations with whom they are affiliated or of Judicate West.


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]]> Thu, 2 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Dan Grunfeld, Sofia Gruskin) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/sofia-gruskin-on-global-health-human-rights-and-inequality-binv_4K9 In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Neutral at Judicate West,speaks with Sofia Gruskin, Esq., Distinguished Professor of Population, Public Health Sciences & Law and Director of the University of Southern California Institute on Inequalities in Global Health.

From her early work in public interest law during the HIV crisis to leading USC’s Institute on Inequalities in Global Health, Sofia has focused on how legal systems shape health outcomes, especially for the world’s most vulnerable populations.

The conversation explores the persistent gap between progress and access, the impact of shifting global priorities, and the challenges facing international health institutions today. Sofia also shares insights on interdisciplinary collaboration, the role of law as both a tool and a barrier, and how emerging technologies such as AI may reshape global health.

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🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today. 

🎙️ Results Beyond Dispute℠: Profiles in Excellence — A Judicate West Podcast 
👉 Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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Host: Dan Grunfeld, Esq.,
Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

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Speaker: Sofia Gruskin, Esq.
Distinguished Professor of Population, Public Health Sciences & Law and Director
University of Southern California Institute on Inequalities in Global Health
Bio:  https://globalhealth.usc.edu/about/our-team/core-faculty/sofia-gruskin/

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]]> Sofia Gruskin on Global Health, Human Rights, and Inequality Dan Grunfeld, Sofia Gruskin 00:43:35 Dan Grunfeld, Esq., speaks with global health and human rights leader Sofia Gruskin, Esq., about how legal systems shape health outcomes and access to care for vulnerable populations worldwide. The conversation explores the intersection of law, policy, and innovation, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in advancing health equity in a rapidly changing global landscape. Dan Grunfeld, Esq., speaks with global health and human rights leader Sofia Gruskin, Esq., about how legal systems shape health outcomes and access to care for vulnerable populations worldwide. The conversation explores the intersection of law, policy, and innovation, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in advancing health equity in a rapidly changing global landscape. usc institute on inequalities in global health, legal systems, hiv/aids advocacy, ai in healthcare, public health policy, global health, interdisciplinary collaboration, international law, sofia gruskin, health equity, health disparities, dan grunfeld, access to care, judicate west, results beyond dispute, profiles in excellence, global policy, social justice, human rights law false full 2 7e998524-28ea-461e-9971-e241826bc43e Mattel’s Chief Legal Officer, Jonathan Anschell, on Risk, Leadership & the “Smart Yes” In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West, sits down with Jonathan H. Anschell, Esq., Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary of Mattel, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, legal judgment, and the evolving role of the modern general counsel.

Jonathan reflects on his path from Canadian-born litigator to one of the most respected in-house legal leaders in the country, sharing how his early ambitions, years in private practice, and eventual transition in-house shaped his approach to law and business. He offers a candid look at what it means to lead a legal department of more than 300 people across multiple jurisdictions, where the challenge is not mastering every detail but building trust, delegating wisely, and helping the business reach what he calls a “smart yes.”

The conversation also explores Mattel's transformation from a traditional toy company into an IP-driven entertainment business, including the cultural impact of the Barbie film and what its success has meant for the company’s future. Jonathan discusses the balance between caution and innovation, the realities of managing legal risk in a creative business, and why legal departments must serve not as roadblocks, but as strategic partners.

Along the way, he shares insights on effective business development, mentoring young lawyers, the future of in-house practice, and the role of pro bono in building both community impact and internal culture. The episode closes on a hopeful note, with Jonathan offering an optimistic perspective on leadership and resilience amid rapid change.

Thoughtful, candid, and deeply relevant, this episode is a compelling look at the intersection of law, business, creativity, and values.

Host: Dan Grunfeld, Esq. Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

Guest:Jonathan H. Anschell, Esq., Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary at Mattel
Bio:  https://corporate.mattel.com/jonathan-anschell

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]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Dan Grunfeld, Jonathan Anschell) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/the-smart-yes-leadership-risk-and-reinvention-at-mattel-peCGMCdC In this episode of Results Beyond Dispute, host Dan Grunfeld, Esq., Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West, sits down with Jonathan H. Anschell, Esq., Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary of Mattel, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, legal judgment, and the evolving role of the modern general counsel.

Jonathan reflects on his path from Canadian-born litigator to one of the most respected in-house legal leaders in the country, sharing how his early ambitions, years in private practice, and eventual transition in-house shaped his approach to law and business. He offers a candid look at what it means to lead a legal department of more than 300 people across multiple jurisdictions, where the challenge is not mastering every detail but building trust, delegating wisely, and helping the business reach what he calls a “smart yes.”

The conversation also explores Mattel's transformation from a traditional toy company into an IP-driven entertainment business, including the cultural impact of the Barbie film and what its success has meant for the company’s future. Jonathan discusses the balance between caution and innovation, the realities of managing legal risk in a creative business, and why legal departments must serve not as roadblocks, but as strategic partners.

Along the way, he shares insights on effective business development, mentoring young lawyers, the future of in-house practice, and the role of pro bono in building both community impact and internal culture. The episode closes on a hopeful note, with Jonathan offering an optimistic perspective on leadership and resilience amid rapid change.

Thoughtful, candid, and deeply relevant, this episode is a compelling look at the intersection of law, business, creativity, and values.

Host: Dan Grunfeld, Esq. Mediator, Arbitrator, Referee at Judicate West
Bio: https://www.judicatewest.com/adr/daniel-grunfeld

Guest:Jonathan H. Anschell, Esq., Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary at Mattel
Bio:  https://corporate.mattel.com/jonathan-anschell

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]]> Mattel’s Chief Legal Officer, Jonathan Anschell, on Risk, Leadership & the “Smart Yes” Dan Grunfeld, Jonathan Anschell 00:49:36 Dan Grunfeld, Esq. speaks with Mattel’s Chief Legal Officer, Jonathan H. Anschell, Esq., about leading a global legal team, navigating risk, and helping the business reach a “smart yes” in a rapidly evolving, IP-driven company. The conversation highlights the balance between legal judgment and innovation, the transformation of Mattel, and the role of in-house counsel as strategic partners and leaders. Dan Grunfeld, Esq. speaks with Mattel’s Chief Legal Officer, Jonathan H. Anschell, Esq., about leading a global legal team, navigating risk, and helping the business reach a “smart yes” in a rapidly evolving, IP-driven company. The conversation highlights the balance between legal judgment and innovation, the transformation of Mattel, and the role of in-house counsel as strategic partners and leaders. entertainment law, judicate west podcast, business strategy, general counsel, leadership, in-house legal, risk management, corporate transformation, legal leadership, intellectual property, corporate law, mattel, innovation, decision-making false full 1 214bd3d9-a66d-4c42-8df8-ded68b0a496b Results Beyond Dispute Trailer  Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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]]> Tue, 9 Jun 2026 21:29:17 +0000 connie.davis@judicatewest.com (Dan Grunfeld) https://results-beyond-dispute-e4ec3ea6.simplecast.com/episodes/results-beyond-dispute-trailer-FbmjIvAF  Learn more about Judicate West: https://www.judicatewest.com/

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]]> Results Beyond Dispute Trailer Dan Grunfeld 00:02:15 Results Beyond Dispute is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today. Results Beyond Dispute is the Judicate West podcast featuring engaging and wide-ranging conversations where thought leaders, practitioners, and other influential voices explore the ideas, issues, and conversations shaping the law and legal profession today. legal professionals, entertainment law, judicate west podcast, thought leadership, business strategy, general counsel, negotiation, law & society, leadership, law, legal insights, legal innovation, in-house legal, in-house counsel, risk management, arbitration, legal thought leadership, legal trends, corporate transformation, attorneys, judges, legal leadership, intellectual property, legal industry, corporate law, mediation, innovation, results beyond dispute, decision-making, justice system, legal profession, dispute resolution, adr false trailer