Jan 13, 2025
Hon. Marie S. Weiner (Ret.) Joins ADR Services, Inc.
ADR Services, Inc. proudly welcomes Hon. Marie S. Weiner (Ret.) to our panel of distinguished neutrals. With an illustrious judicial career spanning over two decades, Judge Weiner has made a profound impact on California’s legal system, particularly in civil litigation. Her work has been marked by an unwavering commitment to fairness, judicial efficiency, and legal excellence. Judge Weiner served on the Superior Court of San Mateo County from 2002 until her retirement in 2024. During this time, she gained recognition as a dedicated and effective leader, notably in the field of complex civil litigation, where she served as Complex Civil Litigation Judge for 12 years, and was instrumental in managing multi-party, high-stakes litigation.
Now focusing on arbitration and discovery referee assignments, Judge Weiner brings a disciplined, methodical approach to dispute resolution. She encourages the phased use of discovery tools to streamline proceedings and reduce costs, ensuring fair and efficient proceedings. Her dedication to civil trial efficiency and background in business provides her with a strong foundation for handling a wide variety of disputes including those involving employment, intellectual property and trade secrets, insurance coverage and bad faith, securities litigation, construction defect, consumer fraud, personal injury, class actions, and contract and partnership issues.
Judge Weiner is known for her judicial insight in complex civil litigation, civil trials, evidence, and discovery disputes. Her common sense, pragmatic approach is balanced with compassion, stemming from her life experiences. Known for her organized and solution-focused handling of cases, she is respected for her commitment to professionalism and judicial integrity. Having started her career representing clients facing difficult situations, she remains attuned to the personal impact of litigation.
Appointed to the Superior Court of San Mateo County in 2002, Judge Weiner quickly distinguished herself as a formidable presence on the bench, deeply committed to championing efficiency, ensuring equitable outcomes for all litigants, and modernizing the court system by revamping the civil division from a Master Calendar system to a single judge assignment system. Tasked with adjudicating some of the county’s most multifaceted and high-stakes cases, she demonstrated a profound understanding of both the technical intricacies and the human implications inherent in complex civil disputes. Her exceptional journey has been defined not only by her legal acumen but also by her ability to transform multifaceted legal issues into understandable, actionable judgments that resonate with litigants and attorneys alike.
Before her appointment to the bench, Judge Weiner built a career as an attorney in private practice, where she honed her litigation skills on a wide range of cases and gained invaluable trial experience. She later became a partner of her law firm and quickly established herself as a skilled litigator in civil cases. Her work there included high-profile litigation and significant jury trials, solidifying her reputation as a sharp legal mind and a tenacious advocate for her clients.
As she continues her work in arbitration and dispute resolution, Judge Weiner brings a wealth of knowledge, a reputation for fairness, and a legacy of dedication to justice. Her commitment to excellence, combined with her openness to innovation and sensitivity to the needs of litigants, make her an exceptional arbitrator and referee across a diverse spectrum of civil disputes.