The Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals (ACAN) is proud to maintain the nation's only directory dedicated exclusively to court-appointed neutrals.
ACAN members are experienced professionals committed to advancing the fair, effective, and ethical administration of justice. As a condition of membership, all members agree to uphold ACAN's Guiding Principles, which establish professional standards for court-appointed neutrals.
Whether you are a judge, attorney, court administrator, or litigant seeking a qualified neutral, ACAN's directory is an excellent place to begin your search.
Browse our national directory to locate court-appointed neutrals by name, location, specialty, or other available search criteria.
If you're seeking a court-appointed neutral but aren't sure where to begin, complete our Request a Neutral form.
Your request will be shared with ACAN's membership, allowing qualified neutrals to contact you directly regarding your opportunity.
Court-appointed neutrals serve in many different capacities across a variety of legal proceedings, from complex commercial litigation to family, probate, juvenile, and criminal matters. Learn more about the roles neutrals can play in helping courts and parties address challenges and resolve disputes.