NEW YORK, June 4, 2025 – Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady is pleased to announce that Frank J. Ciano, one of the firm’s Founding Partners, has recently joined NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) as a Hearing Officer. NAM is one of the nation's leading full-service providers of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services, known for its distinguished panel of neutrals and its commitment to delivering fair, timely, and cost-effective dispute resolution.
Mr. Ciano brings more than three decades of legal experience to his new role, with a practice focused on defending high-exposure product liability lawsuits and complex commercial litigation. He serves as Chair of the firm’s Product Liability, Fire and Life Science practice group and Risk Reduction and Loss Avoidance practice group, and Co-Chair of the firm’s Business Law practice group.
Mr. Ciano’s background enables him to understand technical subject matter deeply and communicate it clearly to decision-makers; skills that are invaluable in the context of arbitration and mediation. Prior to practicing law, Mr. Ciano worked as an aerospace engineer, designing air and spacecraft. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science, and he was previously registered as a patent attorney.
As a member of NAM’s esteemed panel, Mr. Ciano will be available to arbitrate and mediate cases throughout Connecticut, New York, and Pennsylvania. His appointment reflects both his professional distinction and his continued commitment to delivering effective, client-centered dispute resolution services.
We congratulate Mr. Ciano on this significant appointment and are confident he will bring the same level of excellence to his ADR work that he has demonstrated throughout his legal career.
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