ORLANDO, Fla. (November 13, 2025) – Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group is proud to serve as a sponsor of “The Voice of the Client: The Client’s Perspective in Mediation,” a continuing legal education program presented jointly by the Orange County Bar Association’s ADR Committee and The Florida Bar’s ADR Section. The event will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at the OCBA Center, 880 North Orange Avenue, Orlando.

Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group is pleased to welcome seasoned litigator Robert “Scott” Newman to its distinguished panel of neutrals. With nearly four decades of experience handling complex insurance coverage disputes, high-exposure claims, and intricate multi-party litigation, Mr. Newman brings a wealth of expertise to his new role as a mediator.

Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group proudly welcomes Robert L. “Bo” Johnson, an accomplished trial attorney with nearly 40 years of experience, to its distinguished panel of mediators.

Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group recently announced that Pedro P. Echarte Jr., a former circuit court judge with more than 40 years of legal experience, has joined its panel. Known for his keen legal insight and ability to navigate high-stakes disputes, Mr. Echarte’s transition from the bench to the mediation table marks a significant addition to the firm’s deep roster of skilled neutrals