Consultant and Mediator

“It gives me joy to help others find their way through life’s difficulties.”
By leveraging a diverse set of skills and insights gained over three decades, I aim to facilitate constructive conversations and build meaningful connections.
My approach is rooted in empathy and active listening, and I am committed to fostering an environment where individuals can feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings. This ultimately leads to resolutions that are beneficial for all parties involved.
Amy’s background:
Experience:
- Extensive Experience in Conflict Resolution
- Federal Criminal Investigator
- Legal Background (commercial, insurance, criminal, business, contract, probate, education, medical, personal injury)
- Business Management
- Educator and Education Manager
- Non-Profit and Community Outreach
- Consultation
Education:
- Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center – Juris Doctorate
- California University of Pennsylvania – Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Early Childhood Education, with a minor in Psychology
Certifications
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator (Florida)
- Florida Supreme Court Certified County Court Mediator (Florida)
- North Carolina Superior Court Certified Mediator
- Gifted Endorsement (Florida)
- Elementary and Early Childhood Teaching Certification (Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, and Florida)
Publications:
- Forget Me Not, Learning to Live With Me and For Me (October 2016)
- Appalachian Natural Resources Law Journal (2008) “The Pillaging of Food for Fuel: From Struggle to Starvation”
- Student Lawyer Magazine (November 2008) “Celebrating a Love of Public Contract Law”
Awards and Key Positions:
- TEDx Speaker (2017)
- Inspector General’s Exceptional Achievement Award, 2013 and 2014
- The Sammies Award (Law Enforcement), 2014
- Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award, 2013
- Silver Key Award, 2009 (American Bar Association, 5th Circuit) – Leadership Award Florida Bar Fellow, 2008
- Junior Staff Editor on the ILSA Journal of International and Comparative Law
- Jessup International Law Moot Court team – Member and competitor
- Lt. Governor of Communications for the American Bar Association Law Student Division
- American Bar Association Law Student Division – Liaison for the Section of Public Contract Law