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Douglas A. "Doug" Glass, ADR Attorney in San Diego, California

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Douglas A. "Doug" Glass is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on ADR. Currently practicing at Signature Resolution.

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San Diego, CALIFORNIA
Experience
attorney
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ADR
  • Handles ADR matters from San Diego, CALIFORNIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Mediation (San Diego) (2017).

About Douglas A. "Doug" Glass: Douglas A. "Doug" Glass is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on ADR. Currently practicing at Signature Resolution.

Areas of practice

Douglas's practice areas in San Diego

Douglas concentrates on adr. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in San Diego, California

Douglas takes adr matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.

Biography

Douglas A. "Doug" Glass, adr attorney serving San Diego

Douglas A. "Doug" Glass is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on ADR. Currently practicing at Signature Resolution. Douglas works from San Diego, California and takes on adr matters across the region.

When it really matters, lawyers throughout California and across the United States have confidently relied on Mediator Douglas A. Glass of Signature Resolution to get their best client's toughest cases settled. Doug has been selected as the mediator in over 4,000 cases since 2001 proving that he is one of the most trusted, experienced and respected mediators in California. In 2017, Doug was honored as Lawyer of the Year for Mediation in San Diego by Best Lawyers in America(R). He is also among an elite handful of mediators who has been recognized by The Daily Journal as one of the "Top 50 Neutrals in California" for 2013 as well as being listed in both the prestigious Best Lawyers in America® (2008-2022) and San Diego Super Lawyers® (2010-2011) in the category of Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution. He is also recognized as one of the top mediators in San Diego and Southern California by San Diego Magazine, The Los Angeles Times, and U.S. News & World Report. Doug has consistently achieved outstanding results by virtue of his thorough preparation, hard work, neutrality, determination, positive attitude, and creative strategies. He has helped over 18,000 parties and attorneys with their most challenging disputes in the areas of employment, premises liability, personal injury, real estate, business, insurance, professional negligence, consumer claims, construction defects, contractor disputes and School District claims.

Working with Douglas on a adr matter

When it really matters, lawyers throughout California and across the United States have confidently relied on Mediator Douglas A. Glass of Signature Resolution to get their best client's toughest cases settled. Doug has been selected as the mediator in over 4,000 cases since 2001 proving that he is one of the most trusted, experienced and respected mediators in California. In 2017, Doug was…

Clients Douglas works with

Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Douglas studied and practices

  • California Western School of Law

    J.D. · 1982

  • San Diego State University

    — · 1977

  • California Western School of Law

    — · 1982

Jurisdictions

Douglas's state bar admissions

  • California, The Stat

    ACTIVE

Douglas studied at J.D. in California Western School of Law, — in San Diego State University, and — in California Western School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Douglas completed J.D. in California Western School of Law, — in San Diego State University, and — in California Western School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Douglas's legal honors and published work

Douglas has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Mediation (San Diego)

    2017

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in ADR - San Diego Magazine

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Outstanding Trial Lawyer - CASD

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — San Diego Super Lawyers 2010-2011

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Daily Journal Top 50 Neutrals in California 2013

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer of the Year 2017 Mediation San Diego - Best Lawyers in America

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Mediation (San Diego) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in ADR - San Diego Magazine (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Outstanding Trial Lawyer - CASD (2026).

Locations

Douglas A. "Doug" Glass's office in San Diego

Douglas's primary office is at 12730 High Bluff Drive, Suite 350, San Diego, California, 12730. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Signature Resolution

12730 High Bluff Drive, Suite 350

San Diego, California 12730

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Hiring guide

How to hire Douglas A. "Doug" Glass — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Diego, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Douglas

Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Douglas A. "Doug" Glass

  • How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Douglas offer a free consultation?

    Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in California typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

    Douglas is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Douglas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Douglas?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Douglas accepting new adr clients right now?

    Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

Douglas handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

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