Lawrence Kolin to Explore Federal Court Mediation in ADR Section’s Free CLE/CME Program

Upchurch Watson White & Max mediator Lawrence H. Kolin will join the Hon. Paul G. Byron, U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of Florida, as a presenter for the Florida Bar ADR Section's July Lunch & Learn program, presented in collaboration with the Florida Dispute Resolution Center.

By Catherine Klasne

UWWM’s Presence at Angeion Mega Summit Generates Positive Feedback

Upchurch Watson White & Max's participation in the 2026 Angeion Mega Summit -- including mediator Steven Jaffe's appearance as a featured speaker -- continues to generate positive responses well after the conference concluded.

By Catherine Klasne

In Memoriam: Retired Mediator, Former Judge Richard S. Graham

Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group mourns the loss of our friend and colleague, Judge Richard Shaw Graham, who passed away on June 2, 2026, at the age of 83.

By Catherine Klasne

Upchurch Watson White & Max Welcomes Former Alabama AG Bill Baxley to Mediation Panel

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 28, 2026 – Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group is pleased to announce that William “Bill” Baxley, II, has joined its panel of mediators, bringing with him one of the most distinguished and wide-ranging legal careers in Alabama history.

By Catherine Klasne

UWWM Mediators to Speak for Miami-Dade Bar’s Florida Law Con 2026

By Catherine Klasne

Steven R. Jaffe to Speak at In-Person FJA Workhorse Session

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 17, 2026) -- Wednesday evening, mediator Steven R. Jaffe, a full-time neutral with Upchurch Watson White & Max, will speak at the 2026 FJA’s John Romano Workhorse® Seminar in Orlando. His session, “The Art and Methodology of Anticipating & Responding to What‑If Scenarios in Mediation & Settlement Negotiations,” is scheduled for 7 p.m. during the Annual Settlement & Negotiation Institute.

By Catherine Klasne

Michelle Jernigan to Present Plenary on Neuroscience of Mediation at ABA Construction Law Midwinter Conference

By Catherine Klasne

4 UWWM Mediators Inducted Into National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals

Upchurch Watson White & Max is pleased to announce that mediators Robin A. Blanton, Sheri L. Critelli, Vincent M. “Vinny” D’Assaro and Michael A. Weiss have been inducted into the Florida Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals for 2026. Their selection follows the Academy’s peer-vote review and due-diligence client interviews conducted in recent weeks.

By Catherine Klasne

In Memoriam: Michael B. ‘Mike’ Walls

Upchurch Watson White & Max mourns the passing of Michael “Mike” B. Walls, a Principal Mediator in our Birmingham office whose distinguished career, steadfast professionalism, and genuine kindness made him one of the most trusted neutrals in Alabama. Mike passed away on December 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by fairness, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to helping people resolve their most difficult disputes

By UWWM Mediation Staff

UWWM Neutrals Contribute Insight on Evolving Nonbinding Arbitration in Latest FJA Journal

Upchurch Watson White & Max neutrals Lawrence H. Kolin and Steven R. Jaffe are featured prominently in the November–December issue of the Florida Justice Association Journal, where they offer a timely exploration of one of Florida’s most misunderstood ADR tools: nonbinding arbitration under § 44.103, Fla. Stat.

By Catherine Klasne

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