As a trial attorney with an ongoing litigation practice, Rich spends a lot of time with clients managing their expectations objectively by telling them what they need to hear as opposed to what they want to hear.

Statistically, approximately 70% to 80% of civil cases settle in mediation in the state of Florida.  As a trial lawyer, Rich Lopez has attended many mediations over his 18-year career dealing with a wide variety of civil disputes.  All legal disputes involve some form of miscommunication and emotion.  Being objective and reasonable provides clarity and aligns parties with the ability to reach a resolution.   The fact that more cases settle than go to trial, there is an unquestionable benefit to settling a case.  In litigation, winning is not always the most beneficial outcome. Disarming parties and genuinely helping them see things differently is an art that Rich has developed over his career.

Rich Lopez has represented clients in a wide variety of cases that have been settled and many that have gone to verdict. With an understanding of the cost and risk of litigation compared to the benefit of settlement, Rich will help parties see the value of being objective and reasonable.