Juliana E. Pisani

Founder, Neutral

Ms. Pisani has been a trained neutral since 1996, tried cases to verdict and settled contentious disputes both in and out of court. Ms. Pisani regularly serves on the Legal Panel for organizations such as the Small Property Owners of San Francisco Institute, the San Francisco Apartment Association, and the Professional Property Managers Association.

Before founding Justinian ADR, Ms. Pisani earned praise from her clients for efficiently resolving claims and disputes. She served as a mediator in the San Francisco Superior Housing Court. Ms. Pisani holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Italian and Political Science from the University of California, Davis, a Juris Doctorate, and a certificate in European Union Law from Tulane University. Ms. Pisani has studied at the Università per Stranieri di Siena, the Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, and the University of California, Berkeley in Paris. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor’s Degree through the University of California’s Washington D.C. Program while resolving Holocaust-related art claims at the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of European Affairs.

Ms. Pisani is the President of the Italian American Bar Association “IABA” since 2021, on the IABA board since 2017; on the board of the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club Foundation since 2022; former co-chair of the San Francisco Symphony’s Junior Committee; former President and Executive Adviser of the Napa County Women Lawyers; former Executive Committee of the Napa County Bar Association, former Legal Aid of Napa Valley Fundraising Committee, former Queen’s Bench Development Committee, and former San Francisco Bar Association Barrister’s Committee. Ms. Pisani is a member of the Mediation Society and the Italian Chamber of Commerce.

Ms. Pisani’s background as a litigation and real property attorney makes her perspective on mediation unique. She understands both the legal complexities of litigation and the specific nuances of property disputes, enabling her to facilitate a more informed and effective resolution process. Ms. Pisani knows the factors that motivate both plaintiffs and defendants to settle cases and her almost 30 years of mediation experience helps her develop creative solutions for each case. Ms. Pisani exudes calm that allows her to establish a rapport with parties even in the most contentious disputes

Frank C. Liuzzi

Founder, Neutral

Frank Liuzzi brings decades of legal expertise and a deep commitment to alternative dispute resolution. As a cofounder of Justinian ADR, Frank brings extensive experience in arbitration and mediation, he has handled a broad range of complex cases, including aviation, premises liability, motor vehicle incidents, and construction site accidents. He is well-versed in the interplay between workers’ compensation and third-party cases, allowing him to develop creative and effective case resolutions. His approachable demeanor and results-driven approach ensure a professional and equitable experience for all parties.

Frank currently serves as a panelist for settlement conferences at the Marin County Superior Court. Throughout his career, Frank has participated in over 100 mediations, 50+ arbitrations (both binding and non-binding), tried cases to verdict as  a plaintiff’s lawyer and as a defense lawyer, and presented oral arguments before the California Court of Appeal. He has represented clients across California and internationally, reinforcing his reputation as a skilled advocate in high-stakes litigation.

Frank has been recognized as a Super Lawyer every year since 2015 and currently serves as co-chair of the Litigation Section of the Marin County Bar Association. Additionally, he is a three-time past President of the Italian American Bar Association of Northern California (IABA), was honored at the IABA’s Annual Holiday Luncheon in 2017, and continues to serve on its Board of Directors.

After earning his undergraduate degree from Santa Clara University in 1988, Frank attended the University of San Francisco School of Law, where he served as vice president of the Student Bar Association. During his third year, he externed at the First District Court of Appeal for Justice Robert L. Dossee before graduating in 1991. He began his legal career in insurance defense before transitioning to plaintiff’s personal injury work, ultimately co-founding Liuzzi,  Murphy , Solomon,  Churton, Hale & Winnett, LLP, which has since grown into a highly respected firm.

As part of the Justinian ADR team, Frank continues to leverage his vast legal experience to help parties achieve fair, balanced, and trusted resolutions.