Schulman Dispute Resolution
SCHEDULE A MEDIATION

Beth-Ann Schulman

FL SUPREME COURT CERTIFIED CIRCUIT CIVIL MEDIATOR | CERTIFIED APPELLATE MEDIATOR
QUALIFIED ARBITRATOR | AAA PANELIST | BOARD CERTIFIED IN CONSTRUCTION LAW | FORMER CPA

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Beth-Ann Schulman

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Check dates. Book in real-time.

STEP 1

CHECK AVAILABILITY

STEP 2

SUBMIT CASE DETAILS

STEP 3

RECEIVE CONFIRMATION

To reserve a mediation session, please select a suitable time slot from any of the available dates on the real-time calendar below. A quick interactive APPOINTMENT REQUEST will collect contact details and case information. Once submitted, we will be in touch promptly with confirmation and required paperwork.

Notifications and reminders are also set up to ensure participants are well-prepared and informed.

NOTE: If you wish to change details or date of an EXISTING mediation, please contact Jasmine King at casemanager@schulmanadr.com for assistance, rather than submitting a new request through the calendar below.

Fee Schedule

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Rates & Billing Matters

STANDARD RATES

Mediations or arbitrations are billed at the following hourly rates:

  • 2–4 parties: $595/hour

  • 5–9 parties: $795/hour

  • 10 or more parties: $975/hour

A “party” is defined as all individuals represented by the same attorney. The hourly fee includes time spent in session, as well as preparation, review of submissions, communications with counsel, and post-mediation follow-up. Fees are divided equally among the parties unless otherwise agreed in advance.

MINIMUM FEES

There is no formal minimum charge or hourly requirement. Time spent on all mediation-related activities — including pre-session preparation, phone conferences, and follow-up — is billable. Travel time is not billed.

PAYMENT POLICY

Invoices are issued at the conclusion of the mediation and are due upon receipt. Fees are calculated using the applicable hourly rate and split evenly between the parties, unless otherwise agreed.

All billing is directed to counsel of record. Payment responsibility rests with the attorney, not the client.

Out-of-pocket travel expenses — including airfare, hotel, rental car, and meals — are billed at cost and shared equally unless other arrangements are made.

CANCELLATION POLICY

There is no fee for canceling or rescheduling a mediation, regardless of the reason.

VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON OPTIONS

Mediation and arbitration services are available both virtually and in person. Virtual sessions are typically conducted via Zoom and are supported with advance coordination and secure links. In-person sessions are available upon request and may be subject to out-of-pocket travel expenses, which are billed at cost and shared equally among the parties.

Resources

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Case Management Documents

SAMPLE ENGAGEMENT LETTER

The engagement letter outlines the terms and procedures for scheduling and conducting mediation. It includes fee structures, billing policies, confidentiality provisions, and expectations for all parties involved. This sample is provided for reference to help counsel and clients understand the standard mediation process and what to expect before the session begins.

SAMPLE ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENT

DOWNLOAD RATES & CURRICULUM VITAE

BETH-ANN SCHULMAN

VIRTUAL MEDIATION GUIDELINES

Schulman Mediation offers sessions both in person and virtually, using the Zoom platform for remote proceedings. If you are scheduled for a virtual mediation, please download the Zoom Guidelines for helpful instructions on how to prepare.

For those new to Zoom, be sure to download the app, create an account, and log in ahead of time to become familiar with the platform. Zoom also provides a variety of support resources if additional guidance is needed.

ZOOM GUIDELINES
MEDIATION GUIDELINES
IRS W-9 Form

About

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Beth-Ann Schulman

I’ve spent nearly three decades practicing law, much of it deep in the trenches of complex construction and commercial litigation. Today, I bring that experience to the table as a full-time neutral — helping parties navigate conflict with clarity, structure, and a strong sense of purpose.

As a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator, Certified Appellate Mediator, Qualified Arbitrator, and Board-Certified Construction Lawyer, I’ve devoted my career to resolving high-stakes disputes with professionalism and practicality. My mediation practice is focused on construction defect claims, insurance coverage and indemnity issues, and commercial contract matters — areas I’ve spent decades litigating from every angle.

Before stepping into mediation full time, I led the Construction Law Group at Boyd & Jenerette and represented contractors, developers, insurers, and design professionals across Florida. That experience, paired with my earlier career as a CPA, allows me to bring a financially grounded, business-minded perspective to each case I handle.

My approach is thoughtful and direct: I work hard to prepare, listen carefully to the personalities in the room, and help the parties identify what’s truly driving the dispute. I’m not there to impose solutions — but I do believe in creating space for resolution to take root.

I’m proud to serve on the Construction Panel of the American Arbitration Association, and grateful for the trust placed in me by attorneys and clients who value both diligence and neutrality. Whether working virtually or in person, my focus remains the same: helping people move forward with clarity and confidence.

I’ve also been honored to receive peer recognition throughout my career, including listing in Best Lawyers in America® for Construction Law and Litigation, an AV® Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and inclusion in Florida Legal Elite — distinctions that reflect my longstanding commitment to excellence in legal practice and dispute resolution.

FL Bar Board Certified - Construction Law
Best Lawyers - Construction Law & Litigation
Martinedale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
FL Legal Elite

ADMISSIONS

  • Florida, 1997
  • District of Columbia, 1999
  • United States District Court
    • Northern District of Florida
    • Middle District of Florida
    • Southern District of Florida

EDUCATION

  • J.D., with honors, Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, FL, 1996
  • M.S., Taxation, College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, 2001
  • B.S., cum laude, Accounting, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, 1993

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Florida (Inactive, 2018)
  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator
  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Appellate Mediator
  • Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator
  • AAA Arbitrator

MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS

  • The Florida Bar
    • Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Committee, 2023 – present
    • Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
      • Certification Committee, Board member
      • Construction Law Committee
      • Construction Law Legislative Committee
      • Construction Insurance and Surety Committee
  • The District of Columbia Bar

Practice Areas

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Construction | Insurance Coverage | Commercial Disputes

Construction & Development

  • Construction Defect & Contract Disputes

  • Construction Delay & Scheduling Claims

  • Claims Involving Design Professionals

  • Theme Park & Heavy Civil Construction Disputes

  • Subcontractor and Vendor Disputes

  • Lien and Bond Claims

  • Contract Drafting & Negotiation (Construction)

Insurance & Risk

  • Insurance Coverage & Indemnity

  • Risk Transfer & Pass-Through Liability

  • Property Damage Claims

  • Claims Involving Developers, Owners & Insurers

Professional & Commercial Liability

  • Professional Liability

  • Commercial & Business Litigation

  • Contract Drafting & Negotiation (Commercial)