Steven Smith
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Overview

Steven Smith

For over twenty-six years, Steven Smith was a trial lawyer dedicated to the construction industry. His practice focused on construction law and federal, state, and local government contract law. He counseled clients on both the prevention and litigation of construction law and government contract disputes. Steven represented construction and service contractors, owners, subcontractors, and suppliers on federal, state, and local projects, as well as private contractors on issues including bidding, bid protests, differing site conditions, changes, loss of productivity, delays, and terminations. Throughout his career, Steven represented client interests in hundreds of trials, arbitrations, and mediations from Maine to Florida. He has lectured and written extensively on construction law topics.

Most recently, Steven served as the Chief Operating Officer of a national retail developer. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing all aspects of a national commercial real estate development firm, including land acquisition, site development, leasing and property management, and litigation.

Steven began his legal career in the United States Army JAG Corps. As a Brigade Trial Counsel, he advised commanders, taught new soldiers about the UCMJ, and prosecuted individuals who committed crimes. He also served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney, prosecuting civilians who committed crimes on post.

Outside of his professional life, Steven enjoys a variety of fitness activities, including tennis, pickleball, weightlifting, swimming, kayaking, scuba diving, and walking. He and his wife enjoy international travel to destinations yet to be discovered. Steven also volunteers with The Greatest Commandment, where he serves the homeless and underprivileged members of the Orlando community.

Education

  • J.D., University of Georgia School of Law, Athens, Georgia, May 2004
  • B.A., University of Richmond, Richmond, Virginia, May 2001

Rates and Fees

Rates - Steven Smith

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Mediation Rates
2 Party Case: $200 per party; per hour
3 Party Case: $175 per party; per hour
4 Party Case: $150 per party; per hour
5+ Party Case: Flat Rate Available Upon Request
Arbitration Hourly Rate: $500

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
Charlotte Mediation Admin Fee - $200 per party
Tampa 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 $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.

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.