Mediator Resume

Former trial attorney and litigator with experience ranging from criminal law to insurance defense, plaintiff person injury claims and civil motion practice. Has represented defendants and plaintiffs in deposition, mediation, arbitration, and trial. Currently in full-time ADR practice.

Kyle Pennington, PA Pennington Mediations, LLC - Owner

Attorney

Owner, Kyle Pennington, PA - Pennington Mediations, 2022-Present; Trial Attorney, The Ruth Law Team, 2019-2022; Trial Attorney, Kevin W. Korth & Associates, 2011-2019; Dep. Division Chief, Office of the State Attorney, 2006 - 2011; Partner, Pennington & Whidden, 2004-2006; Major Crimes Div., Office of the Public Defender, 2000-2004.

Balanced litigation experience representing both defendants and plaintiffs throughout all aspects of a case balancing the risks and necessities of matters poised for trial. Experienced in jury selection and relevant communication strategies. Handled negotiations in complex matters from federal plea agreements to multiple party mediation settlements involving catastrophic injury and death. Work experience, prior to law practice, in non-profit management, personnel management, fund-raising, and public/private partnerships.

Handled numerous mediations as a defendant and plaintiff advocate. Focus as a mediator has been primarily, but not limited to, intentional torts, auto and trucking negligence, premises liability, homeowner disputes, professional liability, landlord tenant, indebtedness, attorney fees, NIL disputes.

Primary mediation issues include establishment of negligence in various matters, injury causation, economic and non-economic damages, medical billing issues, insurance coverage questions, discriminatory practices, damages to property, and compensation for lost wages.

In all cases, but especially those in litigation, it is important to listen openly and without judgement in an attempt to understand the pressures and aims of all the participants including attorneys, insurance professionals and, most importantly, the parties. In this way, a mediator can best elevate and maintain the right of self-determination of the parties. I encourage the parties to share as much information as possible and take full advantage of the confidentiality mediation provides. I request the parties submit pre-mediation statements or to schedule phone conferences to discuss the basics of the case prior to the proceeding. This process is an effective way for the parties to focus in on the issues and it helps the mediator determine communication strategies and procedures which might make the settlement discussions more effective. There should be no unsuccessful mediations. Even when an impasse is reached, the parties should leave with a better understanding of the issues, risks, rewards, possible agreement on some facts, and movement toward a closer point of settlement for further negotiations.

Proficiency with Zoom, Teams, and hybrid uses of technology. Majority of mediations conducted via the Zoom application. In person mediations and those combined with Zoom are also possible. Lexis/Protege legal research utilized for issue research and preparation when appropriate.

Stetson University College of Law (J.D. - 2000); Tulane University (B.A. - 1985).

Admitted to the Bar: Texas (2025), District of Columbia (2024), Florida (2000); U.S. District Court: Middle District of Florida (2000). Florida Supreme Court Certified County and Circuit Court Mediator Court Appointed Panel Mediator/Arbitrator 6th Judicial Circuit, Florida Court Appointed Panel Mediator/Arbitrator 5th Judicial Circuit, Florida

Hillsborough County Bar Association; St. Petersburg Bar Association; Florida Bar Alternative Dispute Resolution Section; Florida Bar Arbitration Committee; Austin Bar Association.

Hourly Rate: Not provided Daily Rate: Not provided Study Rate: Not provided Cancellation: Not provided Cancellation Period: Not provided Comment: Compensation rates, established by the AAA, are set forth in the applicable Consumer Mediation Procedures.

English

United States of America

Tampa, Florida