Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services for complex disputes.

Honorable David A. White (Ret.)

Professional Neutral

David A. White joined Delaware ADR on November 1. In addition to his availability as a mediator and arbitrator, Commissioner White is available for Court appointments as a Special Magistrate and Discovery Facilitator.

Commissioner White served as Chief Disciplinary Counsel for the Delaware Supreme Court from March 2021 through October 2024.  Prior to his appointment as Chief Disciplinary Counsel, Commissioner White had a robust and successful ADR practice including during his tenure as a Commissioner of the Delaware Superior Court.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to alternative dispute resolution, Commissioner White was awarded DSBA’s Kimmel/Thynge Award in 2021. In December 2024, Commissioner White will receive the prestigious DSBA Daniel Herrmann Professional Conduct Award. Commissioner White is President-Elect of the Delaware State Bar Association.

Commissioner White successfully develops consensus to resolve complex commercial and difficult personal disputes. He is well-known for his patience and equanimity, and as a calming influence in even the most emotionally charged situations.