Doug Leach

MEDIATOR

Doug Leach helps parties resolve complex wage and hour class and PAGA matters through a structured and strategic process that keeps discussions resolution-focused and productive. Known for his composed approach and ability to build trust with all sides, Doug helps parties move beyond uncertainty, focusing on practical and achievable outcomes.

How Doug Mediates

Doug uses a thoughtful and intentional negotiation process to move parties efficiently toward resolution. His calm, emotionally intelligent approach builds trust and encourages meaningful dialogue. Attorneys describe Doug as a mediator who connects with clients, is highly engaged throughout the mediation, and actively listens for the important issues below the surface. Mediation participants highlight his creativity, trustworthiness, and commitment to seeing matters through to completion even beyond the day of mediation.

Doug leverages his unique professional background in his approach to mediation. His path to becoming a mediator has been grounded in a diverse blend of business, leadership, negotiation, and employment law experience, conscientiously guiding parties through difficult decisions.

What Sets Him Apart

Doug combines more than 30 years of experience in business, negotiations, and employment law, bringing practical insight, creative problem-solving, and steady leadership to every mediation. His ability to build alignment, simplify difficult issues, and maintain momentum helps parties stay focused on the desired outcome.

Doug’s non-traditional background gives him a unique understanding of how decisions are made inside organizations and how to assist parties on both sides of an issue in realistically evaluating their options.

At M Resolution, Doug is part of a team committed to improving how parties experience dispute resolution, with a focus on clarity, innovation, and empowering better decision-making under difficult circumstances.

“I found negotiating within the ranges Doug proposed was very effective in getting the parties into settlement range much faster than the traditional approach. His process worked.”

Attorney, California Employment Litigation Firm

“Doug’s creative approach helped the parties sidestep common pitfalls we often encounter in more developed cases. He kept everyone informed and engaged, which made a meaningful difference in reaching resolution.”

Attorney, Large Plaintiff-Side Employment Firm

“The economic review was a huge piece to this. Having that built into your process is unique and something I really appreciated. It kept things moving and helped us stay focused on what was actually possible.”

Attorney, National Employment Defense Firm

“I found negotiating within the ranges Doug proposed was very effective in getting the parties into settlement range much faster than the traditional approach. His process worked.”

Attorney, California Employment Litigation Firm

“Doug introduced a level of structure and clarity that kept the mediation moving. His ability to communicate the numbers and keep everyone aligned was a key factor in getting the case resolved.”

Attorney, Employment Litigation Firm

“Doug did an excellent job guiding my client through the process. They trusted him, felt understood, and that made it much easier to move toward resolution.”

Partner, Employment Defense Firm

“I like the three-category approach with you proposing the brackets; that seems to be very effective. I have little patience for the old school back and forth, method, and appreciate your innovativeness in that regard.”

Partner and Chair of Labor, Central California Law Firm

“Doug connected well with my client, who sang his praises. Doug helped us reach a settlement efficiently, using a number of the same tools and a similar approach that Brandon uses. I will definitely use him again.”

PARTNER AT LARGE LAW FIRM

EXPERTISE

  • Wage and hour and PAGA mediation, including complex and high-exposure matters
  • Financial Challenges Process and pre-mediation financial analysis with CPAs and CFOs
  • Structured negotiation frameworks that improve efficiency and reduce stalled negotiations
  • Executive leadership experience in a Fortune 100 technology environment
  • Organizational design, business operations, and data-driven decision making
  • Internationally recognized in negotiation and conflict resolution
  • Member, SCBA Labor and Employment Executive Committee
SCHEDULE MEDIATION

“My firm recently mediated with Doug at M Resolution on a case that had already gone through an unsuccessful mediation. His approach helped the parties sidestep common issues we often see in more developed cases. Doug kept everyone informed and engaged throughout the process, which made a meaningful difference in keeping discussions productive. His ability to guide the conversation and introduce structure at the right moments ultimately helped us reach resolution. I’m looking forward to working with Doug again in the future.”

— Attorney, Large Los Angeles Plaintiff-Side Employment Firm

FINANCIAL CHALLENGES

Doug offers specialized expertise in supporting financial difficulties

When finances threaten to derail mediation, our Financial Challenges Process steps in—at no extra cost. We partner with financial experts to clarify the numbers and guide everyone toward resolution with less confusion, more trust, and better outcomes.

EXPLORE OPTIONS
WHAT YOU GET
  • Pre-mediation financial analysis by CPAs/CFOs
  • Support for payment plan or discount discussions
  • Clarity and trust-building for all parties
  • Mediation-ready financial prep—no surprises
CONTACT

(916) 382-0383

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