Lori Adelson

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Overview

Lori Adelson

Lori G. Adelson is a highly respected Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator and Qualified Arbitrator who focuses on resolving complex business/commercial and employment disputes through mediation and arbitration. With 25 years of legal experience, she brings a deep understanding of the law and a practical, problem-solving approach to every case.

Lori is known for her:

Neutral, empathetic, and professional demeanor
Practical and strategic problem-solving skills
Ability to manage high-conflict or emotionally charged situations
Focus on preserving relationships while reaching resolution

She brings a structured yet flexible mediation process that encourages cooperation and constructive dialogue. In addition to mediating and arbitrating state court disputes, Lori serves as a mediator for all three federal district courts in Florida, making her an experienced choice for both state and federal matters.

Lori mediates a broad range of legal disputes, including:

Employment law – Including discrimination, retaliation, harassment, ADA, FMLA, wage & hour, and wrongful termination
Business, commercial, and contract law – Including contract disputes, partnership issues, and business breakups
Civil rights & public sector – Including workplace investigations and compliance matters
Multi-party and high-conflict cases – Including sexual harassment/battery, discrimination, workplace, and business disputes

Credentials & Affiliations

Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil, County, and Appellate Mediator
Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator
Member, National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
Executive Council and Secretary, Florida Bar ADR Section
Treasurer, Federal Bar Association ADR Section
Board member, Federal Bar Association Broward County Chapter
Recognized by Florida Super Lawyers in ADR (2022–2025)

Admitted to Practice

Florida
New York
S. District Court Southern District of Florida
S. District Court Middle District of Florida
S. District Court Southern District of New York
S. District Court Eastern District of New York
S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit

Education

Hofstra University School of Law, Hempstead, New York
- Juris Doctorate – 1999
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Bachelor of Arts – 1990

Professional Affiliations

ADR Section Delegate/Representative, Council of Sections of the Florida Bar Association
The Florida Civil Circuit Mediator Society Chapter of the National Association of Distinguished Florida Academy of Professional Mediators
Labor & Employment and Dispute Resolutions Section of the Broward County Bar Association
Florida Bar, Alternate Dispute Resolution Section, Executive Council Member, and Labor & Employment Section Member
Federal Bar Association, Alternate Dispute Resolution and Labor & Employment Section
Member of Leadership Board of the Florida Bar Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
Member of the Leadership Board of the Federal Bar Association
American Bar Association, Labor & Employment and Dispute Resolution Section
National Federal Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Labor and Employment Section
International Bar Association
Human Resources Association of Broward County (HRABC), Member
National Arbitration and Mediation
Section Academy of Court Appointed Neutrals
Association of Conflict Resolution, Florida Chapter
Florida Association of Professional Mediators
Association of South Florida Mediators and Arbitrators
FINRA Dispute Resolution
Justice Unit, Board Member

Honors & Awards

Named a “Rising Star 2010” by Florida Super Lawyers
Selected 2022, 2023 and 2024 Superlawyers in Alternate Dispute Resolution.

Rates and Fees

Rates - Lori Adelson

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Ft. Lauderdale Rates
2 Party Case: $300 per party; per hour
3 Party Case: $275 per party; per hour
4 Party Case: $250 per party; per hour
5+ Party Case: Flat Rate Available Upon Request
Arbitration Hourly Rate: $7,500 per day for the hearing on the merits; $625 per hour for pre/post hearing matters

Travel time and expenses, including meals and lodging, billed separately and split equally among the parties at the Neutral's hourly rate.
Pre/Post Consultation & Document Review: Hourly Mediation/Arbitration Rate

Mediation /Arbitration Admin Fees
Ft. Lauderdale Mediation Admin Fee - $200 per party
Arbitration Commencement And Administration Fee: $1500 per party

MEDIATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Mediations cancelled within 10 days of the mediation will be charged a cancellation fee of $1000. However, mediations cancelled, rescheduled or settled within 24 hours of the mediation will be charged 4 hrs. of the Neutral's hourly rate . Cancellation fees shall be sent to the cancelling party unless otherwise agreed to by the parties.

ARBITRATION FEE PAYMENT POLICY

Arbitration Commencement and Administrative Fee is $1500.00 per party, per arbitrator. At the commencement of arbitration, each party will be invoiced $1500.00. This fee is refundable minus $500.00 per party until the initial case management order has been issued. All arbitration related invoices are due upon receipt.

ARBITRATION CANCELLATION POLICY

If a single-day Arbitration Hearing scheduled on the merits of the case cancels or reschedules within 15 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 4 hours of the Arbitrator’s hourly rate. However, if the single-day Arbitration Hearing cancels or reschedules within 2 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 8 hours of the Arbitrator’s hourly rate.

If a multi-day Arbitration Hearing scheduled on the merits of the case cancels or reschedules within 28 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 4 hours of the Arbitrator's hourly rate for each day reserved for the hearing. However, if the multi-day Arbitration Hearing cancels or reschedules within 7 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 8 hours of the Arbitrator's hourly rate for each day reserved for the hearing.

Issuance of the Final Arbitration Order/Award

Arbitration Awards/Orders will not be issued to either party until Miles has received full payment for all fees and expenses associated with the arbitration.