When Business Deals Break Down: Mediation, Arbitration & Private Judging with Gary Salzman

When business relationships break down, what does it take to understand the dispute and find a way forward?

In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Nareman Hamdan sits down with Gary Salzman, a Florida Bar Board Certified Specialist in business litigation with more than 35 years of experience and a current focus on mediation and arbitration.

Gary shares the story of an early jury-trial victory, the two mentors who shaped his approach to law and why he believes preparation and hard work often outweigh impressive credentials. He explains how understanding a company’s operations and the factual issues behind a dispute can be crucial, whether he is helping parties negotiate a settlement as a mediator or deciding a case as an arbitrator.

The conversation also explores Gary’s leadership approach, including praising in public, criticizing in private, expecting team members to own their mistakes and guiding people toward solutions through questions. He discusses mentoring younger lawyers, learning unfamiliar industries and shifting from a demanding litigation practice into his current role as a neutral.

Connect with Gary Salzman: gsalzman@orlandolaw.net
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