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PAUL J. MOLINARO, M.D., J.D.

Physician, Attorney, Real Estate Broker, and
Mediator / Arbitrator / Dispute Resolution Specialist

Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Medical Devices, Prescription Drugs, Wrongful Death, Real Estate, Contract, Product Liability, and General Civil Matters


Medicine: Dr. Molinaro graduated from medical school in 1991. After his post graduate training, he worked in emergency rooms and urgent cares. His current medical practice is limited to one (maybe two) shifts per month in an urgent care.


Law: Dr. Molinaro graduated from law school in 2005 and founded Fransen & Molinaro, LLP. His law practice has included medical malpractice, personal injury, medical product liability, pharmaceuticals, almost all things real estate related, and general civil litigation.


Mediation and Arbitration: Dr. Molinaro finished a one year dispute resolution program at the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution. He then opened MD JD Dispute Resolution which offers mediation and arbitrations services in almost all areas of law but heavily focuses on disputes with medical issues and bodily injury.


Dr. Molinaro bridges the gap between medicine and law. He has unparalleled expertise in any case involving physical harm, bodily injury, or disease. He delivers insightful and effective resolutions for your most challenging cases.



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Located in California but available nationwide to help you and your clients resolve disputes

Whether a dispute is big or small, complex or simple, adversarial or collaborative, between two parties or many parties, just started or has been ongoing for a long time, Dr. Molinaro has the skill, experience, education, temperament, understanding, and determination to provide the help need to produce the best possible resolution.


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Services

Mediation

Mediation (noun): A process of conflict resolution or dispute settlement where a neutral third party, known as a mediator, facilitates communication and negotiation between parties who are in conflict. The goal of mediation is to help the parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement on their own terms. Mediation is typically voluntary, confidential, and non-binding unless a settlement is reached and agreed upon by all parties involved.

Arbitration

Arbitration (noun): A method of dispute resolution where parties involved in a conflict agree to submit their dispute to one or more arbitrators, who make a binding decision on the matter. Arbitration is often used as an alternative to litigation in courts, providing a more private, efficient, and potentially less expensive way to resolve disputes.

Dispute Resolution

Dispute Resolution (noun): The methods and processes used to resolve conflicts, disputes, or disagreements between parties. It encompasses various approaches, both formal and informal, aimed at achieving a resolution that satisfies all parties involved. The goal of dispute resolution is to avoid prolonged conflicts and potential escalation, promoting a peaceful and fair outcome.




What Attorneys Say About Dr. Molinaro

“In my 30 years of practicing law, he stands out as one of the finest mediators I’ve encountered. I highly recommend him for mediation in personal injury cases.”

— Plaintiff Attorney, Personal Injury Case

“His medical background just put everything over the top with his ability to communicate on a level most mediators aren’t as qualified to speak on. Great fit for any injury case.”

— Plaintiff Attorney, Personal Injury Case

As a defense attorney for over 35 years, Paul’s background in medicine and other practical areas helps the parties break past the non-sense and quickly into meaningful negotiations. I look forward to working with Paul again soon!”

— Defense Attorney, Personal Injury Case

“With his extensive medical knowledge and practice experience, Paul was able to assist the parties to reach a reasonable settlement in a medical malpractice case that had been in litigation for 2 years.”

— Defense Attorney, Medical Malpractice Case

“You call it the way it should be called, with no fluff. You keep emotions out of the negotiations and stick to the facts. All the BS that comes out in these mediations will not work with you.”

— Plaintiff Attorney, 32 Years of Practice