Mediator Resume

Brings over 25 years of vast legal transactional and litigation experience and skills to online and in-person mediation practice focusing in employment, workplace, human resources, civil rights, public sector, business, consumer, insurance, commercial, and contract disputes. Is committed to providing practical, cost-effective, and just solutions to legal disputes Mediations take place in a variety of contexts, from pre-litigation to pending litigations at inception of suit, just prior to or after or a dispositive motion, on the eve of trial or pending post-trial motions or while on appeal, as well as pursuant to pre-dispute contractual mediation/arbitration agreements.

Approved Dispute Resolution - Shareholder

Attorney, Arbitrator, Mediator

Shareholder, HR Law PRO-Approved Mediation, 2018-Present; Partner/Director, Kaufman Dolowich & Voluck, 2017-2018; Shareholder, Adelson Law & Mediation, 2014-2017; Partner, Arnstein & Lehr, 2011-2014; Of Counsel, Ruden McClosky PA, 2011; Of Counsel, Weiss Serota Helfman Pastoriza Cole & Boniske, 2008-2011; Shareholder, Lori Adelson, PA, 2007-2008; Senior Counsel, Ford & Harrison, 2007; Associate, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP, 2002-2007; Associate, Tassan Pugatch & Nikolas, 2001-2002; Associate, Kelly Rode & Kelly LLP, 2000-2000; Associate, David & Davidow, 1999-2000.

Represent various companies in disputes concerning contract disputes, commercial matters, non-competes, executive agreements, shareholder disputes, breach of contract. Representative industries include hospitality, manufacturing, banking, insurance, retail, sales, law firms, technology, advertising, construction, healthcare, non-profits. Recognized expert in employment, business, contract and commercial matters. Served as employment and business litigation counsel, with substantial transactional experience, representing public and private sector employers. Employment practices liability litigation counsel representing public and private sector employers in high profile litigation including trial, arbitrations and mediations in federal & state courts, & administrative hearings, under employment laws such as Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, the FMLA, the FLSA, 1981 & 1983 claims. Liaison to city managers, and HR directors for local government. Provide counsel in matters arising under federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations; worked with labor unions on behalf of management, including conducting arbitrations, preparation of memorandums of understanding, review and negotiations of collective bargaining agreements. Workplace law management for businesses, including regulatory matters, policies and procedures, hiring, disciplinary and terminations, contracts, risk management, best practices, training; assess risk and negotiate financial settlements for employment disputes. Handle consumer disputes including contracts, credit card agreements and statutory claims under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and Fair Debt Collection Act (FDCPA).

With more than two decades of successful negotiation of employment, discrimination, disability, commercial, and business issues, founder of Approved Dispute Resolution, brings vast experience as a neutral to mediation, arbitration, and early dispute resolution practice. Well-versed in the concerns of both plaintiffs and defendants, as well as employers and employees. Is especially effective with hostile and litigious parties because of more than 25 years of negotiation-litigation experience. Is a creative thinker and has a proven track record of negotiating and resolving these types of cases. In light of deep experience in dispute resolution, is respected for unbiased and knowledgeable approach. Is dedicated to resolving complex disputes efficiently and effectively for individuals and businesses alike. Is experienced in multi-party and collective and class action disputes, including employment, such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, disability, race, national origin, civil rights, ADA access, non-compete, labor, contract, as well as general business disputes, shareholder disputes, commercial, sale and purchase disputes, executive compensation, commercial, real estate shareholder, corporate, and, healthcare, intellectual property, regulatory, administrative, and governmental matters. Is a Florida Supreme Court Civil Circuit, County & Appellate Certified Mediator, and US District Court Southern and Middle Districts Certified Mediator; and Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator.

Conflict management professional who believes in helping companies, attorneys’ and their clients engage constructively and successfully in all phases of conflict process. Known for creative thinking, attention to detail, thoughtful approach to emotion-laden disputes and demeanor conducive to settlement. Effective mediation of disputes can provide what the courtroom cannot, called the four C's: certainty, cost-effectiveness, closure, and confidentiality.

Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University (JD-1999); University of Michigan (BA-1990).

Admitted to the Bar: New York (2000), Florida (2000); US District Court: Southern, Middle Districts of Florida, Eastern, Southern Districts of New York; US Court of Appeals: 2nd Circuit. Certified, Florida Supreme Court Civil Circuit Certified Mediator; Certified, Florida Supreme County Certified Mediator; Certified, Florida Supreme Court Appellate Certified Mediator; Qualified, Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator; Certified U.S. District Court Mediator, Southern District of Florida; Certified U.S. District Court Mediator, Middle District of Florida; AAA Panel Arbitrator and Mediator.

Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) Section, Executive Council Officer- Chair-Elect; Florida Bar, L&E Section, Federal Practice Committee; Federal Bar, National ADR Section, Vice Chair, and Broward Section Board Memeber; Broward County Bar, Labor & Employment, and ADR Sections; Member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals, The Florida Circuit-Civil Mediator Society, A Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals; Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals; Florida Academy of Professional Mediators; Association of South Florida Mediators and Arbitrators; National Association of Professional Mediator; International Online Dispute Resolution Council; Association of Conflict Management, Florida Chapter; Association of Attorney-Mediators.

Sought after public speaker on workplace and human resources law compliance matters, and is often a resource for local and national news publications including, the Broward County Bar Association, Total Reward Association of Florida, Hospitality Human Resources Association of Broward County, National Association of Women in Construction, Commercial Real Estate Women of Boca/Fort Lauderdale, The Miami Herald, The New York Times, Fox Business Insider, Fox Business Network, WIOD News Radio 610, Westlaw’s Next in Practitioner Insights, Human Resources Executive Online Magazine, CareerBuilders.com, The Work Buzz, Hospitality Technology Online and more.

Hourly Rate: $850.00 Daily Rate: Not provided Study Rate: $850.00/hr Cancellation: $850.00/hr Cancellation Period: 30 Days Comment: Cancellation Policy: Notice of cancellation or postponement of a scheduled mediation hearing must be RECEIVED at least 30 calendar days before the mediation's scheduled. Mediations cancelled or settled within 30 days of the mediation will be charged a cancellation fee of 8 hours of the Mediator’s full hourly rate. However, if the mediation is rescheduled, 1-hour of the 8-hour postponement fee will be credited to the rescheduled mediation. Cancellation fees shall be sent to the cancelling party unless otherwise agreed to by the parties.

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United States of America

Pompano Beach, Florida