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Resolution Through Experience.

35+ years mastering disputes from both sides of the courtroom and the boardroom. Resolving high-value commercial conflicts through sophisticated mediation and arbitration services.

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Every dispute has two stories. Stuart Shanus knows them both.

After three decades arguing for plaintiffs and defending corporations, leading law firms and corporate legal teams, and monetizing intellectual property Stuart brings an unmatched perspective to dispute resolution. He’s been in your position, regardless of which side of the table you occupy.

As a first-chair trial lawyer, managing partner, general counsel, and chief legal officer, Stuart understands not just the legal complexities, but the business imperatives that drive real resolution.
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Exclusively Dedicated to Complex Commercial Resolution

Commercial & Business Disputes
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Complex commercial litigation and business conflicts
Intellectual Property & Technology
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Patent, trademark, and technology-related disputes
Employment & Executive Matters
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High-stakes employment and executive conflicts
Complex Contracts & Licensing

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Sophisticated contractual and licensing disagreements

What Distinguishes Shanus ADR

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The Complete Perspective

Having represented both plaintiffs and defendants throughout his career, Stuart genuinely understands the pressures and objectives on both sides of any dispute. This perspective combined with his experience working directly with business leaders enables him to find solutions that serve all stakeholders’ interests.

From Courtroom to Boardroom

Stuart’s rare background spans courtroom experience, law firm leadership, global corporate counsel. This mix drives his practical, results-focused approach to ADR. He quickly identifies what truly matters in a dispute and cuts through unnecessary conflict.

Efficiency Without Compromise

Stuart believes ADR should deliver what courts often cannot: thoughtful attention to complex issues, rigorous case management, and timely resolution. His approach cuts through the noise to focus on what truly matters.

Resolution Rooted in Experience

Stuart has handled complex litigation and multi-month arbitrations as trial lawyer, C-suite executive, and now dedicated neutral. This depth of experience means he recognizes patterns others miss and knows exactly which pressure points lead to breakthrough.

The Complete Perspective

Having represented both plaintiffs and defendants throughout his career, Stuart genuinely understands the pressures and objectives on both sides of any dispute. This perspective combined with his experience working directly with business leaders enables him to find solutions that serve all stakeholders’ interests.

From Courtroom to Boardroom

Stuart’s rare background spans courtroom experience, law firm leadership, global corporate counsel. This mix drives his practical, results-focused approach to ADR. He quickly identifies what truly matters in a dispute and cuts through unnecessary conflict.

Efficiency Without Compromise

Stuart believes ADR should deliver what courts often cannot: thoughtful attention to complex issues, rigorous case management, and timely resolution. His approach cuts through the noise to focus on what truly matters.

Resolution Rooted in Experience

Stuart has handled complex litigation and multi-month arbitrations as trial lawyer, C-suite executive, and now dedicated neutral. This depth of experience means he recognizes patterns others miss and knows exactly which pressure points lead to breakthrough.

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Bringing 35+ years of legal expertise and business judgment to your most complex commercial disputes. 35+ years mastering disputes from both sides of the Courtroom—and the boardroom.

Contact information

  • 310.295.9298
  • nikki@shanusadr.com
  • Los Angeles, California

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