Andrew Y. Winston

Mediator & Arbitrator

2024 DBR Best Mediator

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Mediator Andrew Y. Winston is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator and a Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator. He has been a litigator and trial lawyer in the state of Florida for over 30 years. During that time, he has represented both plaintiffs and defendants. Mr. Winston gained valuable experience working for two South Florida insurance defense firms and then made the switch to business litigation, and plaintiff personal injury and wrongful death matters.

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Awards & Recognition

AV Rating Martindale-Hubbell
Million Dollar Advocates Forum – Million Dollar Advocate (Lifetime)
10/10 AVVO.com Rating
Daily Business Review "Best Mediator" (2024)
Daily Business Review "Top South Florida Lawyer" (2016)
South Florida Legal Guide Top Lawyer (2016)
Florida SuperLawyers (2011-2024)
Florida SuperLawyers Top 100-Miami Area (2014-2024)
Florida SuperLawyers Top 100-Florida (2015-2017, 2019-2021)
Florida Trend Magazine’s Legal Elite (2011-2024)
Florida Justice Association “Gold Eagle” Recipient (2012)

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How to Reach Andrew Y. Winston

Office: 561-245-2200

Mobile: 954-560-4116

Email: andrew@mediationworksfl.com

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Modern Game Theory & Personal Injury Mediation

Andrew Winston, Esq. Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator Modern game theory offers valuable insights into personal injury mediation, providing a framework for understanding strategic decision-making and potential outcomes. As a mediator, I’ve found that applying game theory principles can significantly enhance the mediation process, leading to more efficient…

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Navigating Mediation Impasses: A Practical Guide for Litigators

By Andrew Y, Winston Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator In the complex landscape of dispute resolution, mediation impasses can present significant challenges for litigators and their clients. However, these moments of standstill need not signal the end of negotiations. Instead, they can serve as opportunities for creative problem-solving…

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The Art of Active Listening in Florida Mediation

By Andrew Y, Winston Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator As a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator, I’ve observed that one of the most powerful tools in a mediator’s arsenal is often overlooked: active listening. This skill, when mastered, can transform the mediation process and lead to…

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Making Lemonade

By: Andrew Y. Winston Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator We are all familiar with the saying, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Essentially, try to make the best out of a difficult situation. By the time most litigants get to mediation, discovery has largely been completed, positions have been crystallized and the…

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A Brief Discussion of the History and Future of Mediation in the US

By: Andrew Y. Winston Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator In recent years, mediation has become one of the most frequently utilized process of conflict resolution. However, while its use has not always been so prevalent, it has deep historical roots. Historians believe the origins of mediation date to ancient Mesopotamia (4,500-1900 B.C.E.) in…

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Tips for a Successful Mediation

By: Andrew Y. Winston Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator When many of us attended law school, it was with the intention of becoming litigators and trial lawyers. Being in the courtroom, questioning witnesses, arguing to the fact-finder(s), objecting…all these things have long been romanticized in literature and popular culture. However, what all the…

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