Articles from Upchurch Watson White & Max
After more than 40 years in the courtroom, veteran trial attorney Adele M. Blackmore has embarked on a new chapter in her legal career, joining Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator and arbitrator.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · June 23, 2026
Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group is pleased to announce that William “Bill” Baxley, II, has joined its panel of mediators, bringing with him one of the most distinguished and wide-ranging legal careers in Alabama history.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · April 28, 2026
Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group is pleased to welcome seasoned litigator Robert “Scott” Newman to its distinguished panel of neutrals. With nearly four decades of experience handling complex insurance coverage disputes, high-exposure claims, and intricate multi-party litigation, Mr. Newman brings a wealth of expertise to his new role as a mediator.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · April 15, 2025

Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group proudly welcomes Robert L. “Bo” Johnson, an accomplished trial attorney with nearly 40 years of experience, to its distinguished panel of mediators. Mr. Johnson brings a wealth of personal injury defense and complex litigation expertise, making him a valuable addition to the firm’s growing roster of dispute resolution professionals.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · February 27, 2025

Upchurch Watson White & Max Mediation Group recently announced that Pedro P. Echarte Jr., a former circuit court judge with more than 40 years of legal experience, has joined its panel. Known for his keen legal insight and ability to navigate high-stakes disputes, Mr. Echarte’s transition from the bench to the mediation table marks a significant addition to the firm’s deep roster of skilled neutrals.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · February 17, 2025

Upchurch Watson White & Max, a nationally known group of dispute resolution professionals, is proud to welcome Matt Weissing, a highly accomplished attorney with over three decades of experience in civil trial law, to its panel of distinguished mediators.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · February 3, 2025

Upchurch Watson White & Max (UWWM) is pleased to announce that Edmund T. "Ed" Baxa Jr. has joined the firm as a mediator, bringing with him extensive experience in complex commercial litigation and construction disputes.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · January 29, 2025

Alan C. Espy, a seasoned attorney with over 40 years of experience in civil litigation, has joined Upchurch Watson White & Max’s elite panel of mediators. Mr. Espy’s extensive legal career, marked by excellence and dedication, positions him as a valuable asset to the organization.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · January 3, 2025

Upchurch Watson White & Max (UWWM) proudly announces that Najla A. Bubtana has joined its panel of neutrals as a mediator. With over a decade of experience litigating civil matters throughout Florida, Ms. Bubtana brings a fresh perspective to the UWWM team, enhancing its commitment to effective and innovative dispute resolution.
By Upchurch Watson White & Max · Via GlobeNewswire · November 18, 2024