Rich Smukler
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Biography
I am here to help you with your Uncontested, Pre-suit, Pro se Divorce Mediation. It is a voluntary process chosen by couples that have decided to divorce, but who want to avoid the financial and emotional costs associated with retaining attorneys and litigating their disputes.
With a deep appreciation for the nuances of civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution, I promise to mediate your case with integrity and compassion.
I am a Florida Supreme Court Certified Civil Circuit Mediator, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, and Qualified Advanced Arbitrator, among other certifications. Licensed to practice law for almost forty years, I am extremely proud to be AV rated Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell for the highest level of professional Excellence.
Video-conferencing is available through Zoom technology during these difficult times. Please call with any questions.
Practice Areas
Arbitration & Mediation
Business Arbitration, Family Arbitration
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Property Division, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Child Custody, Child Support, Prenups & Marital Agreements
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Legal Malpractice
Personal Injury
Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Litigation, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate
Probate
Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Stockbroker & Investment Fraud
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - I offer two billing options: hourly and per diem. Please call for rates.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Special Assistant Attorney General Pennsylvania Attorney Genenral's Office
Year: 1972 - 1973
Description: Condemnation and Eminent Domain Trial Specialist
attorney, mediator and arbitrator Attorney licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida
Year: 1972 - Current
Description:
attorney mediator and arbitrator Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
Year: 2009 - 2022
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Qualified Advanced Arbitrator Florida Supreme Court
Year: 2009 - 2022
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Certified in Residential Foreclosure Mediation Certified in Residential Foreclosure Mediation
Year: 2010 - 2022
Description: (compliant with the Supreme Court Administrative Order AOSC09-54)
Florida Supreme Court Civil & County Certified Assistant Mediator Trainer Supreme Court of Florida
Year: 2012 - Current
Description:
Certified Dispute Resolution Arbitrator & Mediator Finra
Year: 2019 - Current
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Certified Family Mediator Florida Supreme Court
Year: 2020 - 2022
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Professional Associations
Florida Bar Association member (2003 - Current)
Broward County ADR Committee Member (2009 - Current)
Palm Beach County ADR Committee Member (2009 - Current)
FAPM (The Florida Academy of Professional Mediators) member (2009 - Current)
ASFMA (Association of South Floirda Mediators and Arbitrators) member (2009 - Current)
Finra Dispute Resolution Arbitrator & Mediator (2009 - Current)
Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section member (2009 - Current)
American Arbitration Association Neutral mediator (2010 - Current)
Florida Bar Association ADR Section member (2010 - Current)
Palm Beach County Residential Foreclosure Mediation Program mediator (2010 - Current)
ABA adr section member (Current)
Palm Beach, Broward and Dade County Bar Associations member (Current)
Collins Center for Public Policy mediator (2009 - Current)
Pennsylvania Bar Association member (1972 - Current)
Publications
Child Support in Florida Rich Smukler Mediation (April 21, 2022)
The Advantages of Mediation in Resolving Family Disputes rich Smukler (January 19, 2022)
The Importance of Body Language in the World of Video-Conferencing rich Smukler (January 17, 2022)
Good Faith in Mediation: Fact or Fiction? rich Smukler (January 19, 2022)
Preserving Confidentiality in Mediation Rich Smukler (January, 2022)
Mandatory Divorce Mediation Rich Smukler (February 2, 2022)
Florida Doctors are Required to be Financially Responsible for Their Mistakes, Lawyers are not. Rich Smukler (February 8, 2022)
Equitable Distribution in Florida: (fair but not necessarily equal) rich smukler (March 19, 2022)
Do You Know the Six Types of ALIMONY IN FLORIDA? Rich Smukler (April 4, 2022)
Fashion and Mediation rich Smukler (January 16, 2022)
Alimony, Taxes & Modification Rich Smukler (February 25, 2022)
FLORIDA SUPREME COURT EXPANDS USE OF REMOTE TECHNOLOGY rich Smukler (August 1, 2022)
Awards
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AV rated Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell for the highest level of professional Excellence.
Martindale-Hubbell 2015.0
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Best Pro se Divorce Mediator 2022 (USA): Richard smukler
Acquisition International 2022.0
Note: Acquisition International are proud to announce the return of the prestigious Legal Awards 2022, for an eighth consecutive year with the ambition to celebrate and reward the brilliance and dedication of the world’s leading legal practitioners, and those who offer vital support services to the industry! The legal environment is a fast-paced and exciting market, with increased competition and innovative advancements.
Education
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Villanova University M.A. | English Literature
Year: 1992 - 1994
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Villanova University School of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 1970 - 1972
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Pennsylvania State University - University Park B.A. | English Literature
Year: 1964 - 1967
Certifications
- Circuit Civil & County Mediation Assistant Trainer: Supreme Court of Florida 2012
Websites
https://www.richsmuklermediation.com
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3801 PGA Blvd.,, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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777 West Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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