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Founded in 1985, the mission of the Mediation Training Institute International is to be a value-adding resource for identifying and removing the hidden costs and business risks caused by adversarial practices within organizations.Our community’s MTI Monthly Newsletter is enjoyed by our over 75,000 members, making it the most popular newsletter in our field. Our range is global, with daily visitors and inquirers from every corner of the planet.

One of those members is DONALD R. SMITH, PhD, President and CEO of Doppler and Newton, Inc. A company providing mediation and alternative case resolution services to individuals and institutions. Dr. Smith is an educator, trainer and established mediator in family, workplace, commercial and environmental issues.

“When we began this mediation I believed there was a less than 20% chance of reaching a settlement. Dr. Smith was tireless, prepared and he challenged the evidence and legal reasoning of both sides. Dr. Smith is probably one of the most insightful and creative mediators I have had the experience of working with” - 20 year solo practitioner with a wide array of plaintiff and defense work.

Dr. Smith has more than 20 years experience working on complex mediations and arbitrations in the United States, Norway and Bahamas. He has developed a reputation as an astute problem solver who is able to help parties resolve the most complex disputes. His counseling and crisis expertise aid him in helping both parties to see the issues and develop positive and creative ways of reaching agreement.

“Dr. Smith is definitely the best mediator I have had the pleasure of meeting with - very smart, very receptive and able to keep the parties on track not wasting time” Ocala plaintiffs’ lawyer with a very prominent law firm.

Dr. Smith is certified and registered by the Supreme Court of Florida as an alternative dispute resolution mediator in Civil/Circuit, Dependency, Family and Healthcare. He is certified and registered by the Florida Supreme Court as an Advanced Arbitrator. He has been recognized as an “Out Standing Mediator” by the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court and Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida in 2006 and 2007.

“I can’t say enough about Don Smith as a mediator. His commitment and dedication shown in his service to the Fifth Judicial Circuit as a senior mediator is unsurpassed” - Court Administrator, Fifth Judicial Circuit Florida.

Dr. Smith is a member of the following organizations:
Workplace Mediation/Arbitration Association, Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, Florida Medical Quality Assurance Association, Florida Agriculture Mediation/Arbitration Service, Peacemaker Mediation dedicated to helping couples experiencing marital problems resolve them before divorce becomes the only option; and F.I.N.R.A. Mediation/Arbitration panel.

“I had a very difficult case with multiple defendants, complex coverage issues and a irrational plaintiff with unreasonable expectations. I definitely thought it would go to trial. Don Smith listened, he perceived the obstacles to resolution, he shared experiences with the plaintiff to develop rapport. Don did everything necessary to achieve settlement. His services were a bargain. We were able to reach a settlement” - plaintiff attorney Pasco County Florida.

“Don, Once again, you did a fantastic job facilitating settlements in the Dependency Dispute Mediations. I truly value the skill set that you bring to the mediation table. Don, you have the patience of Job, the judgment of Solomon and the persistence of the Devil” - Family/Dependency Judge Sixth Judicial Circuit Florida.

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