Steven M. Sepassi, Esq. brings more than 28 years of litigation and negotiation experience to his work as a neutral. Known for his unwavering integrity, analytical mindset, and down-to-earth demeanor, Mr. Sepassi is regarded as a patient, insightful, and pragmatic mediator and arbitrator who earns trust quickly and guides parties toward durable resolution.

His transition to dispute resolution was a natural evolution rooted in his values: a belief in dignity, fairness, and clarity. After a successful litigation career, Mr. Sepassi now dedicates his full attention to helping others resolve conflicts with empathy and precision.

Mr. Sepassi began his career not in law, but in aerospace. A graduate of the University of Missouri and the University of Southern California, he worked as a software engineer at Rockwell International, supporting NASA’s Space Shuttle and Space Station programs. His technical background sharpened his attention to detail and problem-solving instincts—skills that continue to serve him today as he dissects facts, challenges assumptions, and builds practical paths forward for parties in conflict.

His interest in human connection ultimately led him to pursue a law degree while raising a family and managing a real estate and mortgage business. Upon graduating law school, he launched his own legal practice and later co-founded Sepassi & Tarighati LLP, where he represented both plaintiffs and insured defendants —giving him a uniquely balanced perspective that informs his work as a neutral.