WEST LINN, OR, October 21, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Harlan Gladstein has been recognized for achievement in legal services.

Mr. Gladstein's distinguished legal career is marked by a commitment to excellence, mentorship and a deep respect for the trial attorney profession. Since 2026, Mr. Gladstein has served as a full-time mediator at ADR Mediators & Mediations Inc., where he applies his expertise in mediation and civil circuit mediation to help parties reach amicable resolutions. In this capacity, he dedicates significant time to building professional relationships and conducting civil mediations, drawing on decades of experience to guide clients toward settlement and avoid protracted litigation.

From 2004 to 2026, Mr. Gladstein was a trial attorney and Staff Counsel at USAA. During this period, he managed a team of four trial attorneys as the director trial attorney, providing rigorous training and mentorship that shaped the next generation of legal professionals. His leadership emphasized the importance of courtroom experience and skill development, instilling in colleagues the same admiration he holds for the integrity of trial law. Over his tenure at USAA, Mr. Gladstein litigated approximately 50 to 60 jury trials, many involving high-exposure injury claims. He excelled as a lead trial attorney, overseeing jury selection through to verdict and achieving notable results, such as limiting verdicts when defending clients and securing maximum compensation for plaintiffs. Mr. Gladstein's work representing military personnel, veterans and their families stands out as a meaningful aspect of his legacy.

Previously, Mr. Gladstein spent over a decade as a trial attorney with Sack & Gladstein, beginning in 1991. This role honed his litigation skills across a broad spectrum of cases and deepened his understanding of both defense and plaintiff perspectives. Earlier in his career, Mr. Gladstein excelled as an associate attorney at Heinrich Gordon Hargrove Weihe between 1990 and 1991, after five years as an associate attorney at Marlow, Connell, Valerius, Abrams & Adler PA (now Marlow, Adler, Abrams & Rotunno) from 1985 to 1990.

Mr. Gladstein's academic foundation began with a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, in 1976. He continued at the school of law at the University of Miami, earning a Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1986 before passing the bar exam on his first attempt that same year. Mr. Gladstein is also a certified circuit court mediator and certified circuit civil mediator through the State Supreme Court and holds certifications with Federal trial courts.

Although he did not initially plan to become an attorney when entering undergraduate studies, Mr. Gladstein's path shifted during law school and led directly into a career specializing in trial work beginning in October 1986. The discipline required throughout Mr. Gladstein's education laid the groundwork for his later achievements in both defense and plaintiff litigation.

Mr. Gladstein's membership in the American Bar Association and ATLA reflects his ongoing engagement with the legal community. Additionally, he has held leadership roles, including as a past president of the Law Alumni Association at the school of law at the University of Miami. Mr. Gladstein's dedication extends beyond professional obligations into civic service as a volunteer with The Florida Bar and The Salvation Army.

Throughout his professional journey spanning nearly four decades in law, with approximately 100 contested trials, Mr. Gladstein has earned recognition for his expertise in both mediation and civil circuit mediation. For his efforts and contributions to legal education, alumni engagement and civic contributions, he has received acknowledgments and awards from the Law Alumni Association at the University of Miami and The Salvation Army.

Looking ahead, Mr. Gladstein remains grateful for the opportunities afforded by education and recognizes its transformative impact on both his life and those of his family members. He continues to value hard work above all else, believing that perseverance is essential for success in law or any field.

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