ORMOND BEACH, Fla. (June 26, 2025) – Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group is proud to announce that seven of its accomplished neutrals have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 edition of Florida Super Lawyers®, reaffirming the firm’s reputation as a leader in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

The honored mediators are:

• Robin A. Blanton (Vero Beach): Recognized for his work in general litigation, Robin draws on more than 30 years of experience trying and resolving tort and contract disputes, now dedicating his practice to mediation.
• Robert A. Cole (Jacksonville): A skilled mediator with more than 30 years of experience in civil trial practice and ADR, Bob focuses on resolving complex personal injury, commercial, and construction disputes throughout Florida.
• Gregory J. Donoghue (Indialantic): Known for a thorough and thoughtful approach, Greg handles a wide range of civil cases, from business disputes to personal injury, throughout the state. This marks Greg’s first Super Lawyers honor for his work in ADR.
• Lance August Harke (Miami): With a background in class action and complex commercial litigation, Lance offers unique insight as a mediator and arbitrator, often resolving high-stakes business and insurance disputes.
• John B. Marion IV (West Palm Beach): Leveraging his years of trial and appellate practice, John Marion concentrates on resolving complex commercial and insurance matters through mediation and arbitration.
• Rodney A. Max (Miami): One of the most sought-after mediators in the Southeast, Rodney has successfully resolved thousands of cases nationwide, including major class actions and mass torts.
• Reneé E. Thompson (Ocala): A respected mediator and Florida Bar leader, Reneé focuses her practice on civil and probate disputes throughout Florida, bringing diligence and creativity to the table.

These annual selections are made through a patented multiphase process involving peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. Only about 5 percent of attorneys in Florida are named to Super Lawyers, making this recognition especially meaningful.

For more about Upchurch Watson White & Max and its panel of experienced dispute resolution professionals, visit www.uww-adr.com or call (800) 264-2622.