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Judge Ravi K. Sandill brings 16 years of experience as a Texas District Court Judge to his dispute resolution practice. In his time on the bench, he resolved more than 27,000 matters and tried over 1700 cases, including complex multi-party commercial disputes and cases involving construction, real estate, oil and gas, fiduciary duties, contracts, insurance coverage, legal and medical malpractice, personal injury and employment issues. Through that work, Judge Sandill developed a deep knowledge of the law and a keen understanding of the forces at work in litigation – from clients to lawyers to juries to judges. He knows what works and does not work in the courtroom. More importantly, Judge Sandill’s tenure on the bench gave him profound insight into people and what drives them, as well as the most effective approaches to conflict resolution. That experience, combined with a commitment to hard work, makes Judge Sandill especially effective at helping parties resolve their disputes.
Judge Sandill knows that parties are focused on reducing costs, risk, and the time it takes to reach a resolution. That’s why he works hard to get to know your case and develop a solution. With a decade and a half on the bench, he has seen it all, and he knows what motivates parties to settle and what approaches are effective at resolving conflict. And Judge Sandill doesn’t give up, he’ll stay active and focused on your case until all options have been explored.
Judge Sandill provides arbitration services both as a single neutral or as part of a panel. In addition, Judge Sandill provides services as a special judge when parties desire to have discrete issues or entire cases referred to him in accordance with Chapter 151 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code. In this role, Judge Sandill is able to devote the time it takes to resolve issues and move cases along. He approaches these assignments just as he did every case during his time on the bench – with focus, diligence, and efficiency.
In mass torts, class actions, and multi-district litigations, Judge Sandill serves in an appointed capacity as a Special Master and neutral to facilitate settlement and oversee the allocation and distribution of proceeds until final dismissal.
In addition to his 16 years on the bench, Judge Sandill is a husband, father, and a cancer survivor. He has a unique appreciation for the profound disruption that can be associated with litigation and the significant value that can come from reaching a resolution outside of the courtroom.
His personal journey has cultivated a deep sense of empathy and resilience, qualities that are invaluable in dispute resolution. Judge Sandill’s ability to connect with people from all walks of life allows him to bridge gaps and find common ground in even the most challenging disputes.
Whether resolving complex business disagreements or individual injury claims, Judge Sandill draws on his rich life experiences to provide a unique perspective. His approach to dispute resolution is not just about legal solutions, but about understanding the human elements at the heart of every conflict.
