Hon. Patricia A. Gray (Ret.), JD, PsyD at Just Resolutions Group, Inc.

Patrica Gray’s professional career in mental health began as a psychiatric technician in California State Hospitals. She left the hospital to complete college and study law. In 1980 she completed her undergraduate work at Mills College and graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 1984.

After 10-years representing victims of sexual harassment / abuse and advocating to change law regulating their right to sue abusers for damages, Patricia Gray was elected to serve as a state trial court judge. In that capacity, in addition to her other judicial duties, she convened a team of mental health professionals, law enforcement, lawyers and probation staff to open the first mental health court in Northern California in order to address the serious recidivism rates of incarcerated mentally ill individuals. Judge Gray retired from the bench in 2001 and became a professionally trained mediator. In 2015 she completed a doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Wright Institute in Berkeley for the sole purpose of becoming a better-informed dispute resolution professional. She has been mediating civil, family law , business, and government/court disputes for over 15 years. Her experience includes service to culturally diverse populations and the LGBQT community. Judge Gray’s resume is attached for your review and consideration.