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

 

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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

If you have questions regarding our rates and fees, please contact support@milesadr.com

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.