Mercedes Bach

With more than four decades of legal involvement, this neutral transitioned to full-time dispute resolution after a distinguished career as a trial attorney and judge. Her background includes presiding over thousands of cases within the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, where she managed complex civil litigation, insurance disputes, and tobacco-related class actions. She is recognized for her ability to navigate high-stakes multi-party conflicts and her deep familiarity with the Florida judicial system.

A seasoned former judge with deep roots in the Miami legal community, specializing in complex civil and commercial disputes requiring authoritative oversight.

Served as a long-standing judge in Florida's busiest judicial circuit, handling some of the state's most complex tobacco and class action litigation.

She is regarded by legal professionals as a fair and decisive neutral who leverages her extensive bench experience to facilitate settlements in difficult commercial matters.