Perspectives Gained From Life Experiences
With nearly four decades of trial work, I’ve seen how litigation can drain the life out of people and businesses. My transition to Alternative Dispute Resolution isn't just a career shift—it’s a return to my roots.
My journey began in Wisconsin, negotiating for teachers’ unions while also teaching Special Needs students. Those experiences taught me that every conflict is human at its core. Years later, I was involved in a nearly catastrophic accident that changed my life. I bring inclusive, experiential, heart-centered AND legal experience to mediation and arbitration. I combine the toughness of a veteran litigator with the empathy of an educator to help the parties reach a resolution that is fair, final, and focused on the future.
Our Services
Choose mediation or arbitration sessions tailored to your needs.
Session Availability
Flexible half or full day sessions with half-day sessions beginning at either 9 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. -FULL DAY = 8 hours -HALF DAY = 4 hours
If your sessions run over the times above, the hourly rate per party/per hour will be billed.
Fee Schedule
Intake Form
Complete your details online to schedule your session quickly.
Mediations: $275/hour per party. The mediation fee includes: -Preparation for Mediation -Time spent in Mediation -Preparation of CR2A agreement after mediation -1 hour additional conferences/discussions with all parties after mediation if unsuccessful (hourly fee applicable after 1 additional hour).
Minimum Charge & Pre-payment: A minimum of 2 hours at $275/hour for half-day sessions. A minimum of 3 hours at $275/hour for full-day sessions. The minimum charge payment must be received from each party no later than 5 calendar days before the scheduled mediation. I will send an invoice for the prepayment amount when I confirm your mediation date. The final invoice will be sent within 5 calendar days after the mediation.
Arbitration: $275/hour per party. The arbitration fee includes: -Time spent in Arbitration hearing -Preparation and filing of Arbitration Award
Minimum Charge & Pre-payment: A minimum of 2 hours at $275/hour for half-day sessions. A minimum of 3 hours at $275/hour for full-day sessions. The minimum charge payment must be received from each party no later than 5 business days before the scheduled arbitration. I will send an invoice for the prepayment amount when I confirm your arbitration date. The final invoice will be sent within 5 calendar days after the arbitration.
Cancellation Policy
For ANY cancellation made within five calendar days or less of the scheduled session (mediation or arbitration), a minimum fee of $2600 for half day or $3600 for full day sessions will be charged, to be split evenly between the parties. There will be no cancellation fee if the session is rescheduled and completed within an agreeable time frame.
DISCLAIMER: Betsy SmithADR is a neutral mediation/arbitration service. This website and its information is intended to provide general information about Betsy Smith and Betsy Smith ADR and to provide an opportunity for interested parties to contact us. Though Betsy is a licensed attorney admitted in Washington, Oregon, Arizona and Colorado (inactive in Florida), she is not engaged in the active practice of law . Nothing about mediation and arbitration services offered or provided are to be construed as offering legal advice. No attorney/client relationship is created between Betsy and any of the parties involved and/or their attorneys (if represented).
Intake Form
Fill out the form to request your session. ONCE your form is Submitted, I will review within 2 business days and advise whether we can proceed with scheduling.
