Evan Goldstein

Evan S. Goldstein, Esq.

Civil Mediator, Arbitrator & Trial Attorney | Arizona
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Evan S. Goldstein is a civil mediator, arbitrator, and trial attorney with decades of experience handling complex litigation and alternative dispute resolution matters. Based in Arizona, he works with attorneys, insurers, and parties to resolve disputes involving insurance bad faith, personal injury, commercial litigation, and professional liability claims.

Evan brings a unique perspective as a dual-sided litigator, actively representing both plaintiffs and defendants, including insurance carriers, which allows him to provide balanced, practical case evaluations during mediation and arbitration.
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Mediation & Arbitration Approach

Evan combines deep trial experience with neutral evaluation skills, helping parties understand:
• Litigation risks
• Exposure and damages
• Strategic settlement options

His approach is:
• Analytical and experience-driven
• Balanced between plaintiff and defense perspectives
• Focused on achieving efficient, practical resolutions
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Neutral Experience & Appointments
• Mediator and Arbitrator in complex civil disputes
• Special Master in discovery and dispute matters
• Umpire in property appraisal disputes

He is a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals, a recognition of his experience and reputation in dispute resolution.
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Litigation Background

Evan is a senior shareholder at Goldstein Woods and an experienced trial attorney who has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in jury trials.

He has been Board Certified as an Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation Specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization since 1999—one of a limited number of certified specialists in the state.

His litigation practice includes:
• Insurance defense and bad faith litigation
• Plaintiff-side personal injury cases
• Commercial and product liability litigation

This dual perspective provides valuable insight into risk assessment, case valuation, and settlement dynamics.
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Speaking & Thought Leadership
• Insurance bad faith
• Breach of contract
• Declaratory judgment actions
• UM/UIM coverage issues

He regularly presents at seminars sponsored by the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association and other continuing legal education organizations.
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Professional Background

Early in his career, Evan served as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable James Duke Cameron, Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court.

He also worked as a holding company examiner for the Federal Reserve Bank, providing additional experience in financial and regulatory matters.
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