Resolve Conflicts. Preserve Relationships. Move Forward.
Real Estate Mediation
Real estate disputes often involve significant money, tight deadlines, and relationships — between neighbors, business partners, landlords and tenants — that don’t need to end in litigation. As a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, I help parties resolve these conflicts efficiently, confidentially, and without the cost and delay of the court system.
I handle mediations involving:
- Purchase and sale contract disputes – deposit disputes, financing contingencies, inspection issues, and closing delays or failures to close
- Landlord-tenant disputes – lease violations, security deposit disagreements, eviction-related matters, and habitability claims
- HOA and condo association disputes – assessment disputes, rule enforcement, board governance conflicts, and owner- association disagreements
- Boundary and easement disputes – property line disagreements, encroachments, and access/easement conflicts between neighboring owners
- Construction and contractor disputes – disputes over workmanship, delays, change orders, and payment disagreements between owners and contractors
- Title and closing disputes – disagreements arising from title defects, escrow issues, or closing-related claims Commercial lease disputes – disagreements between commercial landlords and tenants over lease terms, maintenance
- obligations, or default claims
Mediation gives all parties a chance to control the outcome, rather than leaving it to a judge or a lengthy court process. Sessions are confidential, scheduling is flexible, and most real estate disputes can be resolved in a single mediation session.
Insurance Mediation
Insurance disputes require a mediator who actually understands the claims process — not just the law, but how carriers evaluate damages, how estimates are built, and where disagreements really come from. As a licensed Florida public adjuster in addition to a certified mediator, I bring hands-on claims experience to every insurance mediation, allowing both sides to have a more informed, more productive conversation.
I handle mediations involving:
- Property insurance claim disputes – disagreements over the scope, cause, or valuation of damage from wind, water, fire, or other covered events
- Coverage and policy interpretation disputes – disagreements over exclusions, endorsements, and how specific policy language applies to a claim
- Statutory mediation under Florida law – mediations conducted under the Department of Financial Services’ insurance mediation program, including the statutory demand process available to Florida policyholders
- Estimate and scope disputes – disagreements between a policyholder’s contractor or adjuster and the insurance carrier over repair scope, pricing, or matching of materials
- Water intrusion, sinkhole, and structural claims – disputes involving specialized investigation processes and competing engineering or damage assessments
- Business interruption and commercial property claims – disagreements over lost income calculations, covered losses, and claim documentation
- Public adjuster and carrier disputes – disagreements arising during the claims process between policyholders, their representatives, and insurance companies
Because insurance claims are technical by nature, mediation with someone who understands both the adjusting side and the mediation process can help both parties reach a fair resolution faster — without the added time and expense of litigation or appraisal.
Workplace Mediation
Conflict in the workplace can affect productivity, morale, and retention long before it ever turns into a formal complaint or a lawsuit. As a certified mediator, I provide a neutral, confidential setting where employees, supervisors, and employers can address disputes directly and work toward practical, lasting resolutions — often preserving working relationships that litigation would otherwise destroy.
I handle mediations involving:
- Employee-employer disputes – disagreements over compensation, termination, discipline, or workplace policy Harassment and discrimination claims – pre-litigation resolution of complaints involving hostile work environment,
- retaliation, or discrimination allegations
Wage and hour disputes – disagreements over unpaid wages, overtime, or classification issues - Partnership and co-owner conflicts – disputes between business partners or co-owners over roles, compensation, or direction of the company
- Severance and separation agreements – negotiating the terms under which an employment relationship ends Contract and non-compete disputes – disagreements over employment agreements, non-compete clauses, or
- confidentiality obligations
Workplace mediation allows both sides to speak candidly in a confidential setting, without the exposure and expense of formal proceedings, and often results in a resolution that keeps the workplace functioning and relationships intact.
Civil Mediation
Not every disagreement belongs in a courtroom. Civil mediation offers a faster, more affordable, and more private path to resolving disputes between individuals, businesses, and other parties — without the years-long timeline and expense that litigation often requires.
I handle mediations involving:
- Personal injury claims – disputes over liability, damages, and settlement value following an accident or injury
- Contract disputes – disagreements over the terms, performance, or breach of a contract
- Debt and collections disputes – disagreements over amounts owed, payment terms, or enforcement of judgments
- Property damage claims – disputes arising from damage to personal or real property
- Small claims disputes – lower-value disputes that still deserve a fair, efficient resolution process
- Neighbor and community disputes – conflicts between individuals that don’t fit neatly into another category but still need a neutral third party
Civil mediation gives both sides a structured opportunity to be heard, negotiate directly, and reach a resolution that a judge or jury might never have offered — often in a fraction of the time a case would spend on a court docket.
Business & Commercial Mediation
Business disputes move fast, and litigation rarely keeps pace. Whether the disagreement is between partners, competitors, vendors, or clients, mediation offers business owners a way to resolve conflict while protecting relationships, reputation, and the bottom line.
I handle mediations involving:
- Partnership and shareholder disputes – disagreements over ownership interests, management authority, profit distribution, or dissolution
- Breach of contract claims – disputes over performance, deliverables, or the terms of a business agreement
Vendor and supplier disputes – disagreements over pricing, delivery, quality, or contract terms with vendors and suppliers - Commercial lease disputes – conflicts between commercial landlords and tenants over lease terms, maintenance, or default
- Non-compete and trade secret disputes – disagreements involving restrictive covenants, confidentiality agreements, or misappropriation claims
- Business dissolution disputes – disagreements over the terms of winding down or separating from a business relationship
Mediation allows business disputes to be resolved efficiently and confidentially, keeping sensitive financial and operational information out of the public record while preserving the business relationships that matter most.
Family Mediation
Family disputes carry an emotional weight that courtrooms aren’t built to handle well. As a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, I help families navigate difficult transitions with dignity, working toward agreements that reflect what matters most to the people involved — not a one-size-fits-all outcome imposed by the court.
I handle mediations involving:
- Divorce and marital settlement agreements – division of assets and debts, alimony, and overall settlement terms Parenting plans and timesharing – custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and decision-making authority over
- children
- Child support disputes – calculation, modification, and enforcement of support obligations
- Post-judgment modifications – changes to existing custody, support, or timesharing orders due to changed circumstances
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreement disputes – disagreements over the terms or enforcement of marital agreements
- Elder care and family caregiving disputes – disagreements among family members over care decisions or financial responsibility for aging parents
Mediation allows families to resolve sensitive matters privately and respectfully, on a timeline that works for them, while avoiding the added stress, cost, and public exposure of family court litigation.
Why Choose Sherman Mediation Services?
At Sherman Mediation Services, we believe that the best solutions are often the ones created by the people involved—not imposed by a courtroom.
Our role is to provide a neutral, respectful environment where all parties can communicate effectively, identify common ground, and work toward practical agreements.
Whether you’re dealing with a business dispute, family matter, contract disagreement, or civil conflict, we’re committed to helping you reach a fair and lasting resolution.
At Sherman Mediation Services, we believe that the best solutions are often the ones created by the people involved—not imposed by a courtroom. Our role is to provide a neutral, respectful environment where all parties can communicate effectively, identify common ground, and work toward practical agreements. Whether you’re dealing with a business dispute, family matter, contract disagreement, or civil conflict, we’re committed to helping you reach a fair and lasting resolution.
Why Mediation?
Save Time
Avoid lengthy court proceedings and reach resolutions faster.
Reduce Cost
Mediation is significantly less expensive than traditional litigation.
Confidential Process
Discussions remain private, encouraging honest communication and productive negotiations.
Maintain Control
Instead of having a judge make the decision, the parties work together to create solutions that fit their unique circumstances.
Preserve Relationships
Mediation promotes cooperation and respectful communication, making it ideal when ongoing relationships matter.
Who do we help?
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Individuals
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Families
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Small Businesses
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Corporations
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Attorneys and Law Firms
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Landlords & Tenants
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Employers & Employees
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Homeowners Associations
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Contractors & Property Owners
Who do we help?
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Individuals
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Families
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Small Businesses
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Corporations
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Attorneys and Law Firms
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Landlords & Tenants
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Employers & Employees
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Homeowners Associations
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Contractors & Property Owners