Doppler and Newton

“ Dr. Smith is definitely the best mediator I have had the pleasure of meeting with - very smart, very receptive and able to keep the parties on track not wasting time” Ocala plaintiffs’ lawyer with a very prominent law firm.

“I can’t say enough about Don Smith as a mediator. His commitment and dedication shown in his service to the Fifth Judicial Circuit as a senior mediator is unsurpassed” - Court Administrator, Fifth Judicial Circuit Florida.

“ When we began this mediation I believed there was a less than 20% chance of reaching a settlement. Dr. Smith was tireless, prepared and he challenged the evidence and legal reasoning of both sides. Dr. Smith is probably one of the most insightful and creative mediators I have had the experience of working with” - 20 year solo practitioner with a wide array of plaintiff and defense work.

“ I had a very difficult case with multiple defendants, complex coverage issues and a irrational plaintiff with unreasonable expectations. I definitely thought it would go to trial. Don Smith listened, he perceived the obstacles to resolution, he shared experiences with the plaintiff to develop rapport. Don did everything necessary to achieve settlement. His services were a bargain. We were able to reach a settlement” - plaintiff attorney Pasco County Florida.

“ Don, Once again, you did a fantastic job facilitating settlements in the Dependency Dispute Mediations. I truly value the skill set that you bring to the mediation table. Don, you have the patience of Job, the judgment of Solomon and the persistence of the Devil” - Family/Dependency Judge Sixth Judicial Circuit Florida.

“ Dr. Smith, I just wanted to express my appreciation for your mediation services last week with respect to [ our multi-million dollar insurance coverage dispute ]. You were one of the most effective mediators I’ve experienced and I’ve been through quite a few mediations as an in-house attorney. We are thankful to have this matter behind us and again appreciative of your effective services” - General Counsel for multi-million dollar Bahamas Corporation.