Meet Sarah Burke

Sarah Burke is a skilled and empathetic mediator, arbitrator, and neutral professional dedicated to helping individuals and businesses resolve disputes efficiently and amicably. With over 15 years of litigation experience as a practicing attorney, Sarah now focuses on facilitating fair and balanced resolutions in mediation, pre-settlement conferences, and arbitration throughout Florida.

Sarah’s professional background includes handling complex commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and multi-million-dollar claims, giving her a deep understanding of the challenges parties face in contentious matters. Her ability to break down complex issues, coupled with a calming and compassionate presence, allows her to guide disputing parties toward solutions that save time, minimize costs, and reduce the stress of prolonged conflict.

Throughout her legal career, Sarah earned a reputation for her responsiveness, thoughtful analysis, and ability to find creative paths forward in even the most challenging disputes. For instance, her thorough pre-suit evaluations of high-stakes claims prevented costly litigation and delivered results that met the needs of all involved parties. These skills have seamlessly translated into her work as a neutral, where she creates an environment conducive to open communication and effective problem-solving.

Clients and colleagues often describe Sarah as empathetic, compassionate, and skilled at putting complex decisions into perspective. Her thoughtful yet pragmatic approach helps parties find common ground, even in cases involving heightened emotions or difficult subject matter.

Sarah’s commitment to professionalism and community service continues through her involvement in local initiatives. She has served on committees that impact her community, volunteered with the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, and remains committed to improving access to dispute resolution for all.

Whether mediating a contract dispute, facilitating a pre-settlement conference, or arbitrating a complex matter, Sarah brings a unique blend of experience, knowledge, and perspective to every case.