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Mediator/Arbitrator Patricia Crauwels

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Case Manager Info

For the most current information and to coordinate or schedule, contact Patricia D. Crauwels’ case manager:

Johanna Feore

Email:

jfeore@uww-adr.com

Toll-Free:

(800) 264-2622

Phone:

(386) 253-1560

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Patricia D. Crauwels

Mediator and Arbitrator

Contact

Location:

Serving these counties in person or by Zoom: Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, Lee, Collier,
Pinellas, Hillsborough. Elsewhere by Zoom.

Phone:

(800) 264-2622

Email:

pcrauwels@uww-adr.com

About

Pat Crauwels brings more than four decades of civil litigation experience to her mediation practice, including the trial of over 200 jury cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, medical and legal malpractice, and construction defects. Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar for more than 25 years, she has represented both plaintiffs and defendants across a broad spectrum of complex disputes, giving her a balanced, practical perspective in mediation.

Pat’s extensive trial background informs her approach as a mediator. Having evaluated cases from initial claim through verdict, she is adept at identifying the strengths and vulnerabilities of each side’s position and guiding parties toward realistic resolution. Her experience in high-exposure matters—including catastrophic injury and professional liability claims—allows her to navigate technical issues, manage competing narratives, and maintain focus on settlement outcomes.

Professional Education

  • J.D., Washington and Lee University School of Law, Lexington, Virginia
  • B.A., University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida

Qualifications, Awards & Achievements

  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
  • Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, The Florida Bar (25+ years)
  • Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers; Chair of Florida State Committee, 2023-2025
  • AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Activities & Organizations

  • Member, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA); President, Florida Chapters of ABOTA, 2008-2009
  • Member, International Society of Barristers
  • Member, Sarasota County Bar Association
  • Volunteer, Special Olympics
  • Chairperson, Manasota BUDS (Bringing Up Down Syndrome)

Bar Admissions

  • The Florida Bar

Practice Areas

  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Construction Defects
  • General Civil Litigation

About

Pat Crauwels brings more than four decades of civil litigation experience to her mediation practice, including the trial of over 200 jury cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, medical and legal malpractice, and construction defects. Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar for more than 25 years, she has represented both plaintiffs and defendants across a broad spectrum of complex disputes, giving her a balanced, practical perspective in mediation.

Pat’s extensive trial background informs her approach as a mediator. Having evaluated cases from initial claim through verdict, she is adept at identifying the strengths and vulnerabilities of each side’s position and guiding parties toward realistic resolution. Her experience in high-exposure matters—including catastrophic injury and professional liability claims—allows her to navigate technical issues, manage competing narratives, and maintain focus on settlement outcomes.

Professional Education

  • J.D., Washington and Lee University School of Law, Lexington, Virginia
  • B.A., University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida

Qualifications, Awards & Achievements

  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
  • Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, The Florida Bar (25+ years)
  • Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers; Chair of Florida State Committee, 2023-2025
  • AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Activities & Organizations

  • Member, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA); President, Florida Chapters of ABOTA, 2008-2009
  • Member, International Society of Barristers
  • Member, Sarasota County Bar Association
  • Volunteer, Special Olympics
  • Chairperson, Manasota BUDS (Bringing Up Down Syndrome)

Bar Admissions

  • The Florida Bar

Practice Areas

  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Construction Defects
  • General Civil Litigation