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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STEP 1
CHECK AVAILABILITY
STEP 2
SUBMIT CASE DETAILS
STEP 3
GET 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 Hernandez at casemanager@schulmanadr.com for assistance, rather than submitting a new request through the calendar below.
Fee Schedule
Rates & Billing Matters
STANDARD RATES
Mediations or arbitrations are billed at the following hourly rates:
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2–4 parties: $595/hour
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5–9 parties: $795/hour
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10 or more parties: $995/hour
A “party” is defined as all individuals represented by the same attorney.
MINIMUM FEES
There is no formal minimum charge or hourly requirement.
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 accommodations, rental cars, etc., are billed at cost and shared equally among the parties 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 sessions are available both virtually and in person. Virtual sessions are conducted via Zoom, with links and instructions provided in advance.
Time billed includes attendance at mediation, review of mediation summaries, pre-mediation preparation, telephone conferences, correspondence with counsel, post-mediation follow-up, and in-person travel time. Out-of-pocket travel expenses (e.g., hotel, rental car, driving services such as Uber, Lyft and Brightline, and airfare) are billed at cost and shared equally unless otherwise arranged.
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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.
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VIRTUAL MEDIATION GUIDELINES
Schulman Dispute Resolution 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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What types of disputes does Beth-Ann Schulman mediate?
Beth-Ann Schulman mediates construction, insurance coverage and commercial disputes throughout Florida. Her cases include construction defect, delay, lien and bond claims, insurance coverage and indemnity, and business litigation. She is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator and Board Certified in Construction Law.
How do I schedule a mediation with Beth-Ann Schulman?
Choose an open date on the real-time calendar and complete the Appointment Request with case and contact details. Her case manager, Jasmine Hernandez, will confirm the session and send the engagement letter. To change a mediation that’s already scheduled, email casemanager@schulmanadr.com instead of submitting a new request.
What are Beth-Ann Schulman’s mediation fees?
Mediations are billed hourly by number of parties. Current hourly rates are listed in the Fee Schedule. A “party” means everyone represented by the same counsel.
Is there a cancellation fee?
No. Beth-Ann Schulman never charges a fee when a mediation is cancelled or postponed.
Does Beth-Ann Schulman offer virtual mediation?
Yes. She mediates both in person and virtually by Zoom anywhere in Florida. Zoom Guidelines are available under Resources to help participants prepare.
About
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 - Construction, 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.
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
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Appellate Mediator
- Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator
- Member, AAA Panel of Construction Arbitrators
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Florida (Inactive, 2018)
MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS
- The District of Columbia Bar
- 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
Practice Areas
Construction Disputes | Insurance Coverage | Commercial Matters
CONSTRUCTION DISPUTES
- Construction Defect Claims
- Construction Contract Disputes
- Delay & Scheduling Claims
- Lien & Bond Claims
- Owner, Developer, Contractor & Subcontractor Disputes
- Design Professional Claims
Construction Insurance & Risk
- Insurance Coverage & Indemnity
- Risk Transfer & Pass-Through Liability
- Property Damage Claims
Related Commercial Matters
- Commercial & Business Disputes
- Professional Liability