Hon. Gino Brogdon, Sr. presided over complex civil and felony cases for almost 10 years as a trial judge in the Superior and State Courts of Fulton County in Atlanta. Following his 2005 retirement from the bench, Gino tried high-visibility civil cases for plaintiffs and defendants and has become a highly sought-after mediator and arbitrator. He has served as an adjunct professor of law at both Emory University School of Law and John Marshall School of Law, as well as a faculty member of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.
Gino joined Henning Mediation's Panel of Neutrals in 2012 and is available for mediation. Sessions may be conducted in-person at Henning's Atlanta office, via secure video conferencing.
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Gino Brogdon is an excellent mediator. I do not believe that our case would have settled if we did not have the benefit of his unique skills and experience. He is smart; he listens, and he quickly identifies the strengths and weaknesses of both sides. My clients trusted him.
Gino is hands down the best mediator I have ever worked with. Particularly his introduction to my client quickly built trust based on his vast past experience, personal life philosophy and charisma.
Gino is a dedicated and talented mediator.
[Michael] Neff credited the mediator, Gino Brogdon of Henning Mediation & Arbitration Service, with bringing the parties together. He said Brogdon kept communicating with both sides after the failed meeting, leading them to settle last week.
Gino is absolutely fantastic! We had a difficult case, and although we were unable to resolve the case, he did a great job! We will definitely be using him in the future.
Gino Brogdon is the best. No one else could have settled this case other than him.
Judge Brogdon is the perfect balance of high IQ and EQ: intellectual aplomb and people skills!
Gino was great, as always. Thank you.
Today was another example of why I believe you are in the top echelon of all mediators.
You quickly picked up on the dynamics of the parties and factual details of the case and applied appropriate pressure on the parties to resolve the matter.
Your mediation approach simply is excellent and I am very appreciative that we have someone with your mediation skills in Atlanta. Aside from quickly grasping the law that applies and sizing up the strengths and weaknesses of a case, your ability to connect with clients of all shapes, sizes, temperaments and motives is powerful.
(Judge) Gino M. Brogdon is a phenomenal mediator. Neither my client nor I could have been happier.
[Judge Brogdon] was outstanding. He was fair and professional. [Judge Brogdon] was definitely effective as he was able to resolve a case that I was not so sure, due to the nature of the issues and facts, would reach any form of resolution except via the court system.
We had the pleasure of working with Judge Brogdon, who did an excellent job of getting our case resolved. The office and staff were all first class.
Judge Brogdon has not changed a bit since he was on the bench, he still does a great job!
Gino Brogdon is a highly skilled mediator with exceptional abilities in communication and relating to individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from CEOs to day laborers. With his remarkable talents, Gino has consistently achieved resolutions that may have remained unresolved in less capable hands. Gino's expertise and unique approach make him the best in the business!
Gino Brogdon was OUTSTANDING! He immediately made my clients feel comfortable that they were in the right place with the right Mediator. He quickly grasped and analyzed the crucial issues and was "nonstop and relentless" in his pursuit and desire to resolve the matter in as equitable fashion as practical and possible. His knowledge of the subject matter was unparalleled and I could not have been more pleased. I would not hesitate to request him as a Mediator in all of my matters where alternative dispute resolution may be beneficial.
Gino Brogdon was awesome. He really spent time explaining to my client that a trial would be risky because the client's case had numerous soft spots. He was skillful yet courteous and patient. He allowed my client to talk about all of the pain and grief he experienced in life as well as from the wreck. In the final analysis, the case would not have settled but for the skill of Gino Brogdon.
Gino Brogdon was great! He was energetic and kept things moving expeditiously. I was most impressed that he did not waste our time. In no small part to his efforts, we had a good outcome which was fair to everyone. I think everyone on both sides were satisfied.
Judge Brogdon was excellent, as usual. A pleasure to have as our mediator and he secured an appropriate result for all parties.
Judge Brogdon is an excellent mediator. He has that rare combination of intelligence, wit and compassion that can actually make even gladiators take pause, reconsider and move towards resolution. None better.
Hon. M. Gino Brogdon, Sr.
Hon. Gino Brogdon, Sr. presided over complex civil and felony cases for almost 10 years as a trial judge in the Superior and State Courts of Fulton County in Atlanta. Following his 2005 retirement from the bench, Gino tried high-visibility civil cases for plaintiffs and defendants and has become a highly sought-after mediator and arbitrator. He has served as an adjunct professor of law at both Emory University School of Law and John Marshall School of Law, as well as a faculty member of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.
Gino joined Henning Mediation's Panel of Neutrals in 2012 and is available for mediation. Sessions may be conducted in-person at Henning's Atlanta office, via secure video conferencing.
Education
- J.D., Indiana University School of Law (1986)
- B.A., Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio (1983)
Court Admissions
- United States Supreme Court (2011)
- Supreme Court of Georgia
- Georgia Court of Appeals
- State Bar of Georgia (1987)
- Indiana State Bar (1986)
- U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Georgia
- U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Disticts of Indiana
Legal Employment & Experience
- Fulltime Neutral, Henning (2012 to present)
- Neutral, Bay Mediation & Arbitration Services LLC, (2007-2012)
- Law Offices of M. Gino Brogdon, Sr., Atlanta, Georgia (Founder)
- Pope, McGlamery, Kilpatrick, Morrison & Norwood, Atlanta, Georgia (Partner, January 2011 - February 2012
- Brogdon, Davis & Adams, Atlanta, Georgia (Partner, 2007 - 2010)
- Alston & Bird, Atlanta, Georgia (2006 - 2007)
- Superior Court of Fulton County, Atlanta, Georgia (Judge, 2002 - 2005)
- State Court of Fulton County, Atlanta, Georgia (Judge, 1996 - 2002)
- M. Gino Brogdon, Sr., P.C., Atlanta, Georgia (1992 - 1996)
- Alston & Bird, Atlanta, Georgia (1990 - 1992)
- Arrington & Hollowell, Atlanta, Georgia (Associate, 1989)
- Drew, Eckl & Farnham, Atlanta, Georgia (Associate, 1987 - 1989)
- Indiana Court of Appeals, Indianapolis, Indiana (Law Clerk for the Hon. William I. Garrard 1986 - 1987)
- Presided over complex civil and felony cases for almost ten years as a trial judge in the State and Superior Courts of Fulton County, Atlanta, Georgia.
- Since his 2005 retirement from the bench, Gino has tried high visibility cases for plaintiffs and defendants.
- Served as an adjunct professor of law at Emory University School of Law and at John Marshall School of Law. Served as a faculty member of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.
Professional Affiliations
- Atlanta Bar Association
- Gate City Bar Association
- The National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
- The Georgia Academy of Mediators & Arbitrators
- The National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100 (2012)
- Gate City Bar Hall of Fame (2012)
- Registered Neutral with the Supreme Court of Georgia
Mediation/Arbitration Training
- Justice Center of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia (2002)
- Henning Mediation & Arbitration Service, Inc. (2012)
- Completed the Advanced Mediation Course at The Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University School of Law (2013)