About Tom Crosby
I established Crosby ADR in July 2016 to pursue my dream of a full-time mediation practice. My approach is grounded in over 35 years of experience in complex civil litigation, including personal injury, wrongful death, and commercial disputes.
Background
I earned my J.D. from University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly Hastings College of the Law) in 1981 after graduating from Santa Clara University. I began my career at Crosby, Heafey, Roach & May, then spent nearly 18 years at Gordon & Rees LLP. In May 2001, I co-founded Crosby & Rowell LLP, where I practiced for 15 years before transitioning fully to mediation.
Mediation Credentials
I formally began my mediation training in 2005 at Pepperdine School of Law’s Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution ("Mediating the Litigated Case"). I have since completed 40-hour and advanced trainings with Steven Rosenberg.
I have been active in the legal community:
The Mediation Society: Past-President
Contra Costa County Bar Association: Past Board Member (ADR Section)
Alameda County Bar Association: Past Chair of the ADR Executive Committee
Location & Contact
Although based in Oakland, CA, where I conduct in-person mediations, I serve clients throughout California via Zoom. I know that choosing a mediator is a significant decision. Please contact me directly at (510) 418-0040 or tcrosby@crosbyadr.com to discuss your needs.
Education
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly Hastings College of the Law)
Juris Doctor, 1981
Santa Clara University
B.S., Economics, 1977
Past/Present Affiliations
Board: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Board: Legal Aid Society of San Francisco; Member Committee on Minority Recruitment and Retention
Past-president: The Mediation Society
Alameda County Bar Association ADR Executive Committee Board Member
Contra Costa County Bar Association ADR Section, Board Member
SFBA, ACBA, CCBA, SFTLA
Bar Admissions
California, Federal District Court