With decades of experience at the intersection of law, governance, and complex development, Robert C. Pearman brings unmatched depth to legal counsel and neutral decision-making. A Yale Law graduate and Wharton-trained economist, Mr. Pearman has built a distinguished career advising public agencies, financial institutions, developers, and nonprofits on high-stakes legal matters involving construction, real estate, public finance, and dispute resolution.

Mr. Pearman serves on national and state arbitration panels, including the American Arbitration Association (AAA), FINRA, and the California Public Works Contract Arbitration Panel. He has acted as arbitrator in a wide range of commercial and public infrastructure disputes, and has been a trusted neutral in matters involving millions of dollars in claims.

His public service includes key roles with the California Architects Board, the South Coast Air Quality Management District Hearing Board, and various county-level hearing officer appointments. He has lectured nationally and internationally on legal strategy and public infrastructure, and has authored numerous legal publications on redevelopment law, arbitration, and environmental regulation.

As both counsel and arbitrator, Mr. Pearman is known for combining rigorous analysis with practical, solution-focused guidance—whether facilitating dispute resolution or guiding clients through complex transactions.