Many Interests.....One Passion
Douglas E. Noll, Esq. is a full time mediator, specializing in difficult, complex, and intractable conflicts. Doug attended Dartmouth College, received his law degree from University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, and his Masters Degree in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies from Fresno Pacific University. He is an adjunct professor of law and chair of the board of trustees at San Joaquin College of Law. Professionally, Doug is AV-rated (the highest lawyer rating) and was a business and commercial trial lawyer for 22 years before turning to peacemaking. He is a Fellow of the International Academy of Mediators, a Fellow of the American College of Civil Trial Mediators and on the American Arbitration Association panel of mediators and arbitrators. He passionate about pragmatic, effective ways for people to find inner and outer peace in everyday conflicts.
Doug's Professional Resume
Strong, Smart, Committed, Safe
Doug is not a pushover. In addition to over twenty years as a trial lawyer, he is a second degree black belt and tai chi instructor. He is not intimidated by difficult cases or people. He speaks his truth from a place of integrity, while always remaining respectful and open.
He is experienced in life, law, and conflict, and is grounded in common sense. Doug is, with John Boogaert, the author of Sex, Politics & Religion at the Office: The New Competitive Advantage (Auberry Press 2006) He is also the author of Peacemaking: Practicing at the Intersection of Law and Human Conflict (Cascadia Publishing House 2002) and numerous articles on peacemaking, restorative justice, conflict resolution and mediation (Columns) He is a trainer, lecturer and continuing education panelist. Doug has been voted as one of the Best Lawyers in America every year since 2005, by bestlawyers.com.
Doug is comfortable in highly charged and emotional meetings. He maintains a non-anxious presence and keeps complete control over the process at all times wihout shutting down or repressing emotions. He understands that emotion is normal and that it provides valuable insights to the parties. He prefers that people work together rather than apart. He will caucus when it is the most efficient, rather than the most comfortable process at the moment.
Doug is committed to resolution, reconciliation when possible, and peace. If he sees the potential for closing the deal, he will continue to work towards it, even when the parties feel no hope in the moment. The same tenacity that made Doug a successful trial lawyer makes him a highly sought-after mediator.
Recognized as one of the best...
Doug is AV-rated by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest lawyer rating and he is listed as one of The Best Lawyers in America. He is a Fellow of the International Academy of Mediators and a Fellow of the American College of Civil Trial Mediators, the two pre-eminent associations of elite mediators.
Doug is an instrument rated pilot, holding both multi-engine and helicopter ratings. He taught and coached advanced skiing for many years as a PSIA level three ski instructor. He has worked as a whitewater guide and still runs western rivers with friends. In the spring and fall, Doug pursues steelhead trout with his Spey rod. In his spare time, he plays Irish fiddle and harp.
Doug is a second degree black belt, a tai chi practitioner and teacher, and an energy healer.
