Experienced Louisiana Mediator for Complex Civil Disputes

Practical Experience. Balanced Perspective. Meaningful Resolution.

After more than 35 years representing plaintiffs, defendants, insurers, businesses, and professionals in complex civil litigation, David Schexnaydre brings a unique perspective to mediation.

Having litigated and mediated hundreds of disputes, he understands not only the legal issues involved, but also the financial, business, and personal considerations that often drive settlement discussions.

David works with parties and counsel to identify common ground, realistically evaluate risks, and explore practical solutions that can avoid the expense and uncertainty of trial.

Why Choose Mediation?

Mediation offers parties an opportunity to resolve disputes efficiently, confidentially, and on their own terms. Unlike litigation, mediation allows participants to maintain greater control over the outcome while reducing the time, expense, and uncertainty associated with trial.

Benefits of mediation include:

  • Faster resolution than traditional litigation
  • Reduced legal expenses
  • Confidential proceedings
  • Greater flexibility and control over outcomes
  • Preservation of business and professional relationships
  • Creative solutions not available through court judgments

35+ Years Litigation Experience

Louisiana Certified Mediator

FINRA Arbitrator Experience

Online Mediation Statewide

Experienced Louisiana Mediator for Complex Civil Disputes

Available for In-Person and Online Mediation Throughout Louisiana

Mediation Services For:

Insurance & Coverage Disputes

  • Insurance coverage litigation
  • Bad faith claims
  • Claims handling disputes

Personal Injury & Property Damage

  • Auto accidents
  • Catastrophic injuries
  • Property damage claims

Commercial & Business Litigation

  • Contract disputes
  • Business torts
  • Commercial conflicts

Construction & Industrial Matters

  • Construction defects
  • Contractor disputes
  • Oil & Gas litigation

Transportation & Trucking

  • Commercial vehicle accidents
  • Transportation liability claims

Secure Online Mediation Available Statewide

David offers secure Zoom mediation services throughout Louisiana and beyond.

Whether parties are located in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport, Lake Charles, Monroe, or out of state, mediation can be conducted efficiently without travel.

Available for attorneys, insurers, businesses, and individuals statewide.

Benefits include:

  • No travel time or expense
  • Easier scheduling
  • Participation from multiple locations
  • Reduced disruption to work and business operations
  • Secure confidential breakout rooms
  • Convenient document sharing

Why Attorneys Choose David Schexnaydre as a Mediator

  • More than 35 years handling complex civil litigation
  • Experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants
  • Extensive insurance coverage and bad faith litigation experience
  • Practical understanding of settlement valuation and risk assessment
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Online mediation available statewide
  • Focus on efficient, productive resolution

The Process – What to Expect

  1. Schedule the Mediation
    Coordinate a convenient date and format.
  2. Exchange Position Materials
    Parties may submit mediation statements or relevant documents.
  3. Conduct the Mediation
    Separate and joint sessions are used to explore settlement opportunities.
  4. Resolution
    If agreement is reached, settlement terms can be documented immediately.

Benefits of Online Mediation

  • No travel required
  • No parking expenses
  • No traffic delays
  • Reduced time away from work
  • Greater scheduling flexibility
  • Easier participation for parties located in different cities or states


All online mediations are conducted through Zoom in a confidential setting. Proceedings are not recorded, helping preserve the privacy of the mediation process.

As businesses and legal professionals increasingly rely on remote communication, online mediation has become an effective and efficient way to resolve disputes without sacrificing the quality of the mediation experience.

Flexible Scheduling

We recognize that taking an entire day away from work or business responsibilities can be difficult and costly.

To accommodate the needs of parties, attorneys, insurers, and businesses, we offer flexible scheduling options, including:

  • Late afternoon and evening mediations
  • Extended-hour mediations
  • Weekend mediations
  • Online mediation sessions


Our goal is to make the mediation process as convenient and productive as possible while maximizing the opportunity for resolution.

Arbitration Experience

In addition to mediation services, David successfully completed FINRA Arbitrator Training and served for five years as a FINRA arbitrator.

This experience provides valuable insight into:

  • Securities disputes
  • Financial industry claims
  • Broker-dealer litigation
  • Complex business disputes
  • Evidence evaluation
  • Decision-making processes


His arbitration experience further enhances his ability to assess risk and facilitate productive settlement discussions.

Schedule Your Mediation Today

Whether you’re an attorney, insurance professional, business owner, or individual involved in a civil dispute, David provides practical mediation services focused on achieving meaningful resolutions.

Available:

✓ In-Person Mediation
✓ Online Mediation via Zoom
✓ Half-Day Sessions
✓ Full-Day Sessions
✓ Evening & Extended-Hour Scheduling