About Mitchell Lee

Mitchell Lee Lathrop practices arbitration and mediation at the Law Office of Mitchell L — Lathrop in San Diego, California. He joined the California State Bar in 1966 and has maintained an active license since then. The firm specializes in arbitration and mediation, as well as handling insurance claims and legal malpractice cases. Located in a vibrant part of San Diego, the office serves clients throughout the region. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law, which he earned in 1966. Additionally, he obtained a Diploma in International Arbitration Law from the College of Law of England and Wales in 2002. His undergraduate degree, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, was awarded by the United States Naval Academy in 1959.

This diverse educational background provides him with a unique perspective in his legal practice. Lathrop's experience spans several decades, with a focus on arbitration and mediation since 2012. He has served as an arbitrator, mediator, and expert witness, bringing extensive knowledge to complex disputes. His career includes significant roles, such as Partner and Of Counsel since 2003, and he has been a Partner since 1994. His work includes various legal stages, from initial negotiations to resolution, and he often deals with cases involving high-stakes issues. His court admissions are extensive, including the U.S. Supreme Court and multiple U.S.

District Courts in California, New York, Michigan, and Texas. Lathrop is also admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, the U.S. Court of International Trade, and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. This broad range of admissions allows him to represent clients in various jurisdictions and handle many legal matters. In addition to his practice, Lathrop is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, which supports his the legal profession.

His involvement in this organization shows his dedication to trial advocacy and the improvement of the legal system. He remains active in the legal community, contributing to discussions on arbitration and mediation practices. With over five decades of legal experience, Mitchell Lee Lathrop continues to serve clients with professionalism and expertise. His understanding of arbitration and mediation, combined with his extensive legal background, positions him as a advocate in San Diego and beyond.

Education

College of Law of England and Wales

Diploma in International Arbitration Law (2002) | International arbitration

2002

University of Southern California Gould School of Law

J.D. (1966) | Law

1966

United States Naval Academy

B.S. (1959) | Engineering

1955

Experience

Arbitrator/mediator/expert witness

Law Office of Mitchell L. Lathrop
2012

has membership

Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C.
2009

Partner and Of Counsel

Duane Morris LLP
2003

Partner

Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps LLP
1994

Accepted Jurisdictions

District of Columbia
New York
California
U.S. Supreme Court

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
U.S. Court of International Trade
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Affairs
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court · Admitted 1966
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 1969

Types of Cases Handled

Arbitration Mediation Insurance Claims Legal Malpractice

Legal Services Scope

Initial negotiations Resolution

Professional Associations

American Board of Trial Advocates

has membership 1969 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 600 West Broadway Suite 500 San Diego CA 92101-3357