With a career spanning over four decades in the legal field, this neutral served as a judge on the 15th Judicial Circuit Court in Palm Beach County for 24 years. Her judicial tenure included presiding over thousands of cases across civil, family, and criminal divisions. Since entering private practice in 2015, she has focused on resolving complex disputes through mediation and arbitration, drawing on her extensive background in high-stakes litigation and trial management.
A veteran of the Florida judiciary who brings authoritative trial-level experience to the mediation table. Her background is particularly suited for complex commercial disputes and multi-party tort litigation requiring a neutral with significant bench experience.
One of the longest-serving female circuit court judges in Palm Beach County history, known for handling the 'Tobacco' litigation and other landmark mass tort cases.
She is widely regarded by legal professionals for her decisive yet patient temperament and her ability to facilitate settlements in emotionally charged or legally intricate matters. Peers frequently cite her deep knowledge of Florida law and her procedural expertise as defining traits of her practice.