At the center of Scott Baughan’s skills as a mediator are his keen communication insights. These were developed early on, and he brings to mediation an ability to help people hear more easily what is difficult to hear. His interest in communication, combined with an analytical mind fostered at Eckerd College, helped propel him to law school at The University of Mississippi School of Law, where he graduated with honors. As a trial lawyer, Scott frequently handled complex healthcare matters and that affinity has followed him into his mediation practice. Scott rightly believes that life lessons can come from many sources, some unexpected. Such was the case when Scott gleaned from the movie “Joe Versus The Volcano” that we should all pay attention to the moments we find ourselves in, rather than dwelling on the past or looking only out beyond the horizon.

The panel of three Florida mediators will present "Online Dispute Resolution: What Attorneys Need to Know and the Potential Ethical Issues" as a live audio webcast from noon to 1 p.m.

The number of Upchurch Watson White & Max mediators who are certified for selection by the U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida has now climbed to 20. The latest additions are April Walker in 2018 and Brenda J. Newman and Scott Baughan earlier this year.