Business Details
42 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Mediation in Tampa Bay
With over 36 years of experience as a trial lawyer and 26 years as a certified mediator, I have dedicated my career to resolving legal disputes with integrity and expertise. My practice focuses on family law mediation, offering clients a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional litigation. Certified by the Florida Supreme Court since 1994, I have facilitated over 3,000 mediations, prioritizing client control over outcomes while minimizing emotional and financial strain. My background includes roles as a state prosecutor, senior attorney for Florida's Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services, and private practice representation in family law, criminal defense, and appeals.Since 2020, I have exclusively provided mediation services, leveraging my courtroom experience to foster fair resolutions in Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Hernando Counties. I maintain a commitment to accessibility, offering web-based scheduling and non-discriminatory services for all clients, including members of the LGBTQ community.
Services
Family Law Mediation
Dependency Cases Mediation
Appeals Mediation
County Court Mediation
Small Claims Mediation
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 36 years of courtroom experience informs effective mediation strategies
- Certified by Florida Supreme Court since 1994 with 3,000+ mediations completed
- Mediation reduces costs compared to traditional litigation
- Specialized focus on family law and dependency cases
- Non-discriminatory services for all clients including LGBTQ community
Associations and certifications
- Florida Supreme Court
Services
Family Law Mediation
Facilitates resolution of divorce, child custody, alimony, and property division disputes through structured negotiation. Clients maintain control over outcomes while reducing legal costs and emotional stress. Services leverage 26 years of Florida Supreme Court-certified mediation experience and 36 years of courtroom expertise to achieve efficient settlements.
Dependency Cases Mediation
Resolves child welfare disputes involving state agencies and families through neutral facilitation. Focuses on child best interests while balancing legal requirements and family needs. Utilizes specialized knowledge from former role as Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services senior attorney handling dependency cases.
Appeals Mediation
Addresses post-trial disputes through mediation before appellate courts. Combines deep understanding of appellate procedures with mediation techniques to resolve conflicts efficiently. Benefits from 25 years of private practice experience handling appeals across multiple legal domains.
People
Gary Urso
Certified Mediator
36-year legal career including 26 years as Florida Supreme Court-certified mediator. Former state prosecutor and HRS senior attorney with 25 years private practice experience in family law, criminal defense, and appeals.
Questions
What areas do you serve for mediation?
Services cover Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Hernando Counties in Florida with flexible scheduling options.
How is mediation different from litigation?
Mediation lets parties control outcomes through negotiation rather than court-imposed decisions, typically costing less and resolving faster.
Are your mediation fees fixed?
Court-provided mediation fees follow judicial circuit schedules while private mediations have agreed-upon rates discussed upfront.
Can I schedule mediation online?
Yes, our website offers email-based scheduling with real-time calendar availability across all service counties.
Do you handle non-traditional family structures?
We provide inclusive services for all family configurations without discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
