Lisa Veizades
About Lisa Veizades
Lisa Veizades serves as the Director of ADR Services at the American Arbitration Association in San Francisco, California, a position she has held since 2021. She has a diverse background in law and psychology, with experience in mediation, family law, and education.
Work at American Arbitration Association
Lisa Veizades has served as the Director of ADR Services at the American Arbitration Association since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing alternative dispute resolution services in the San Francisco area. Her position involves managing various aspects of ADR processes and ensuring effective service delivery to clients. With three years of experience in this role, she contributes to the organization's mission of providing efficient and fair dispute resolution options.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Veizades holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Stanford University, where she studied from 1978 to 1982. She furthered her education by obtaining a Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law, from 1985 to 1988. Additionally, she earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from New College of California between 1995 and 1997. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal and psychological principles, which she applies in her professional practice.
Professional Background
Lisa Veizades has a diverse professional background in law and mediation. Before her current role, she worked as a Family Law Attorney at Hoge Fenton Jones & Appel for five months in 2009. She then served as a Collaborative Professional, Mediator, and Attorney at A Respectful Divorce from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, she was a Workshop Leader for Kids in the Middle at the Family Service Agency from 2008 to 2009. Her experience includes speaking and authoring content for CEB - Continuing Education of the Bar from 2014 to 2019.
Career Progression
Lisa Veizades has progressed through various roles in the legal and mediation fields over the years. After starting her career as an Attorney at Lakin Spears, LLP from 1989 to 1991, she transitioned to family law and mediation. Her roles have included working as a Family Law Attorney and a Workshop Leader, showcasing her commitment to family-related issues. This progression reflects her dedication to enhancing her skills and knowledge in alternative dispute resolution and family law.