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Overview

Steve Dunn

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Before devoting himself to dispute resolution full-time in 2019, Steve practiced employment law in Charlotte for over 20 years. His practice included FLSA, wage and hour, trade secrets, non-competes, and all forms of employment discrimination. Representing diverse clients from individual executives to Fortune 500 companies, Steve worked in industries including financial services, education, manufacturing, technology, construction, marketing, retail, and motorsports. Through his representation of cities, counties, and public colleges, Steve developed an appreciation of the unique needs of public sector clients, including the First Amendment, public records, and constitutional torts.

After becoming a certified mediator in 2009, Steve quickly realized that dispute resolution ideally suited his experience and ability. He became a full-time mediator in 2019 and soon linked up with Miles Mediation & Arbitration to assist in opening the Charlotte office in 2020.

As a mediator, Steve is persistent and engaged, tirelessly advocating for resolution before, during, and after the mediation. A student of dispute resolution, Steve has written and presented on motivational techniques, practical strategies for lawyers, and the psychology of change.

Education

  • Duke University 1995
  • UNC-Law 1998

Admitted to Practice

  • U.S. Supreme Court
  • Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
  • North Carolina State and Federal Courts

Professional or Trade Affiliations

  • North Carolina Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals Member, 2021
  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Mecklenburg County Bar Association
  • NCBA Dispute Resolution Section Council

Honors and Awards

  • Business North Carolina Legal Elite – Labor and Employment
  • Chambers and Partners – Labor and Employment
  • Super Lawyers
  • Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year”

Community Involvement

  • Board Chair, Plaza Midwood Neighborhood Association 2004-2006
  • Board Chair, Carolina Actors Studio Theatre 2009-2016
  • Carolina Crown Board of Directors, 2008-2012
  • Board Chair, BOOM Festival 2018-2020
  • Girls Rock Board of Directors 2018-2021

Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • “Going From Good To Great: The Golden Rules of Negotiation,” NCBA Dispute Resolution Section Annual Meeting, March 18, 2022
  • “Gift Ideas for Opposing Counsel,” Mecklenburg County Bar Labor & Employment Section, December 9, 2021
  • “Virtual Mediation,” Charlotte International Arbitration Society Fall Symposium, October 21, 2021
  • “Mediation in the Age of Covid,” DRI Products Liability Conference, August 21, 2021
  • “Bracketology: Using Conditional Offers to Settle Your Case at Mediation,” Mecklenburg County Bar CLE, June 30, 2021
  • “The First 90 Days: Changes in the Employment Landscape Under the Biden Administration,” Mecklenburg County Bar CLE, April 21, 2021
  • “Technology in Mediation: Present and Future,” North Carolina Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section Annual Meeting, March 12, 2021
  • “The Case for Early Mediation,” Mecklenburg County Bar, October 22, 2020
  • “The Basics of Motivational Interviewing,” Mecklenburg County Labor & Employment Section Annual Meeting, February 21, 2020

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Rates and Fees

Rates - Steve Dunn

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

Local Rates - Charlotte 4hr Min. Traveling Mediation Rates - Atlanta 4hr Min.
2 Party Case: $250 per party; per hour 2 Party Case: $300 per party; per hour
3 Party Case: $167 per party; per hour 3 Party Case: $250 per party; per hour
4 Party Case: $125 per party; per hour 4 Party Case: $200 per party; per hour
5+ Party Case: Flat Rate Available Upon Request 5+ Party Case: Flat Rate Available Upon Request

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 Admin Fees
Atlanta Mediation Admin Fee - $300 per party
Charlotte Mediation Admin Fee - $200 per party

MEDIATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Mediations cancelled within 10 days of the mediation will be charged a cancellation fee of $500. 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.