Mediation Services & Mediation Attorneys
A certified mediator for court-ordered and private mediations – and attorneys who represent you at mediation. For parties in Florida, across the U.S. and abroad, in English or Spanish, in person or by video.
Two ways we can help
Most disputes end in a settlement. Mediation gets you there sooner, usually at lower cost, and with more control over the result than a trial.
Mediation with Michael W. Davey
Michael W. Davey is a certified mediator who conducts both court-ordered and private mediations. As a neutral, he helps the parties – and their lawyers, if they have them – work through the issues and reach an agreement both sides can accept. He does not take sides or decide the case, and when he mediates, neither he nor the firm represents either party in that matter. Mr. Davey graduated cum laude from Harvard and received his law degree from Fordham; before joining the firm he worked at White & Case, Littler Mendelson and Robert Allen Law. About our attorneys →
Representing you at mediation
If you are a party to a dispute, we prepare your case and settlement strategy, write the mediation statement, attend the session with you and negotiate on your behalf – then draft or review the settlement agreement so it says what you agreed.
Disputes we mediate and handle
We work with all types of civil disputes, including:
Business & contract
Disagreements between companies, partners, owners, vendors and customers over contracts and business relationships.
Real estate & closings
Purchase and sale disputes, deposits, title issues and problems that come up before or after a closing.
Condo & HOA
Unit owners and tenants in disputes with condominium and homeowners’ associations.
Landlord–tenant
Residential and commercial lease disputes, rent, repairs, deposits and move-outs.
Commercial
Commercial disputes of all sizes, including matters already in litigation.
Employment
Workplace disputes between employers and employees.
Probate, estate & family business
Disagreements among heirs, beneficiaries and family members who own a business together.
International & cross-border
Parties in different countries, with bilingual English/Spanish sessions by video.
How mediation works
- Contact & conflict check. Tell us who the parties are and what the dispute is about. We confirm there is no conflict of interest.
- Scheduling. We agree on a date, the format (in person or by video), the language and how fees are shared.
- Preparation. Each side may send the mediator a short, confidential summary of the dispute and key documents.
- The session. The mediator meets with everyone together and with each side privately to explore options for settlement.
- Agreement or next steps. If the parties settle, the terms are put in a written agreement and signed. If not, everyone keeps their other options, including arbitration or court.
If mediation doesn’t resolve it
When a dispute can’t be settled, our commercial litigation attorneys can represent you in court.
Prevent the next dispute
Clear contracts and shareholder agreements prevent many disputes. See Business & Contract Law.
Frequently asked questions
What is mediation?
Mediation is a confidential negotiation led by a neutral mediator. It can be ordered by a court in a pending case or chosen privately by the parties – Michael W. Davey handles both. The mediator helps the parties talk, understand each other’s positions and look for a solution, but does not decide who is right. The parties stay in control of whether and how to settle.
Is mediation binding?
No one can be forced to settle at mediation. If the parties reach an agreement and sign a written settlement agreement, that agreement is generally binding and enforceable. If they do not agree, they keep their right to go to arbitration or court.
How long does mediation take?
Many mediations are completed in a single session of a few hours to a day. Complex or multi-party disputes can take more than one session. Mediation can usually be scheduled much sooner than a trial.
Can parties join remotely or from another country?
Yes. Sessions can be held by video, so parties and lawyers can join from other cities or countries, and they can be conducted in English or Spanish.
What is the difference between a mediator and an attorney who represents me?
A mediator is neutral: he helps both sides but does not give either side legal advice. An attorney who represents you advocates for your interests. The roles cannot be combined: if Michael W. Davey mediates a dispute, neither he nor Granados | Davey LLP will represent either party in that matter. If you need representation, we can represent you at a mediation conducted by another mediator.
This page is general information, not legal advice for your situation.
Ready to resolve your dispute?
Whether you need a mediator or an attorney at your mediation, tell us about it – in English or Spanish. Call 305-639-8293 or message us on WhatsApp.