Why Choose Allen Mediations?
I worked with Todd Allen to resolve nearly 100 individual claims, filed and unfiled, against a national youth services organization. Over a nearly four year period, Todd’s compassion, practicality, and drive for fairness led to mutually acceptable, cost effective settlements in virtually all of the claims. Now that Todd has left advocacy for the more balanced position of a neutral, his experience in these and other negotiated resolutions, combined with his sense of empathy, should help him to achieve fair and mutually satisfactory outcomes for parties on both sides of the dispute equation. Todd is a personable, intelligent mediator who works to involve the parties in reaching a resolution that all participants can call their own. He is charming, has a sense of humor and raises the comfort level in a negotiation so that the participants to that negotiation can relax and think constructively and reach resolution unique to their situations. I’ve had the privilege of working with Todd Allen for many years in the most challenging of environments. He brought a keen intellect, steady hand and calm demeanor to the management of high profile cases, making him uniquely qualified to mediate similar matters. Anyone utilizing Allen Mediations will have the benefit of these fine qualities, his years of experience and a high probability of early, fair resolution of cases submitted for his consideration. I’ve known and worked with Todd Allen for several years and during that time I’ve seen him use an open minded approach to evaluate and resolve numerous and substantial claims and lawsuits nationwide. He brings to the table a hard working personal touch, an understanding of the effects an injury can have on a family, and an understanding of the factors organizations consider when deciding if it will settle or move toward trial. I had the privilege of working with Todd for many years when he I have represented many Boy Scout victims of sexual abuse. As the BSA’s point person in dealing with almost all of these recent claims Todd Allen treated my clients with respect – something that I could rely upon in each mediation. Additionally, and critically important to the process, he was always straight–forward with me in discussing what he viewed as the strengths and weaknesses of these very difficult cases — even when we vehemently disagreed about the value or merits of specific claims. Over his years handling these claims, it became clear that he developed a keen understanding about the effects of sexual abuse of children – an expertise that will stand him in good stead as a mediator in these and similar matters. I have had the privilege of working with Todd when he served as associate general counsel of the Boy Scouts of America handling very challenging sexual abuse claims. In over 35 years of trial practice representing all manner of institutional defendants and their insureds, I have worked with dozens of house counsel, claims counsel, and claims handlers. Todd was – is – as competent and savvy as any. He brought a high degree of common sense, insight, realism, and pragmatism to the table. |
For approximately 5 years, Todd Allen was our opposing counsel in dozens of ongoing, high-stakes cases. We did not always see eye to eye, but Todd always proved himself a person of substance and character. He was always a straight shooter and worked diligently to reach a fair result. He consistently treated our clients with respect. And, sooner or later, we were usually able to find a way to reach a resolution that we could all live with. As an adversary in litigation, Todd displayed the characteristics that we know will make him a successful mediator: hard work, dedication, tenacity, and a sincere desire to reach a mutually-beneficial resolution. We are keeping Todd Allen on the short list of mediators for our cases. I have had the privilege of working closely with Todd for many years, most often on complex and sensitive litigation. Todd possesses a unique blend of intelligence, knowledge and sincere compassion that creates a level of trust from all attorneys involved. This trust translates into honest discussion of the issues and good faith attempts to settle cases. I still believe that character matters, and Todd's exemplary character will make him an excellent mediator. Over the last five years I have worked with Todd Allen on over 30 complex sexual abuse cases, involving a national youth service organization. Todd brings to the mediation process a level of sophistication that can be gained only through exposure to creative legal theories advanced throughout the country. Todd’s understanding of the nuances of employment law, intertwined with psychological injuries and the impact they have on victims will make him a very effective mediator. I enthusiastically recommend Todd as a mediator on any sensitive matter! Todd Allen is compassionate, persistent, and an engaged listener. These are the skills of successful mediators. Todd has the unique mix of practical experience, hands-on claim resolution, empathy, and tenacity that allows him to settle emotionally difficult and complex cases. Todd’s hallmark is resolving disputes efficiently and fairly. Todd: I have had the privilege to know and work with Todd over the past several years. He is a person of the utmost integrity and character. I was able to perceive his skills in the case evaluation process and specifically in the mediation setting. He has a special ability to recognize and work with the key issues and identify the best most efficient path to resolution. I would highly recommend him as a mediator in any case, but especially in the difficult case where settlement seems a lost hope. A famous CEO once said "I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day!" So often we find when dealing with complex legal issues, you want to partner with practitioners who can effectively DO, as well as explain in plain English what the process is and what needs to done. When working with Todd Allen you get best of both worlds. Mediation can be a real minefield if you don't have someone who can clearly master all the details, AND see the big picture. I can say unequivocally, there is no one I would trust more to handle that challenge, effectively, fairly and above all, professionally and with integrity, than Todd Allen. Todd sets the standard for a just and caring professional focused on the greater good. He levels the playing field for his clients. He is the go-to person to handle complex, sensitive, critical cases with high levels of competence, fairness, and compassion. |
