Neutral. Efficient.
Resolved.
Mediation & ADR Services
We help litigators move cases forward in commercial litigation, insurance defense, malpractice, negligence, employment arbitration, estate and probate disputes, and other business disputes.
Who We Are
Wiregrass Resolution offers a full range of Alternative Dispute Resolution services and facilities, giving parties the opportunity to manage outcomes outside the courtroom. Our AV rated, Board Certified attorneys are registered neutrals with Georgia’s Office of Dispute Resolution and bring extensive experience to each matter.
Over many years of representing clients in complex litigation cases, our neutrals have developed deep, practical experience guiding mediation and arbitration to resolution. In addition to experienced neutrals, Wiregrass Resolution provides spacious, modern facilities to host your mediation or arbitration.
Our Expertise
- Commercial Litigation
- Medical Malpractice
- Employment Disputes
- Arbitration
- Insurance Defense
- Negligence Cases
- Business Disputes
- Estate & Probate Disputes
Services
Experienced Neutrals Helping You Resolve Complex Legal Disputes.
Mediation
Full day or half day sessions, private caucus rooms, and clear agendas to drive progress. Our experienced mediators guide parties toward mutually beneficial resolutions.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Comprehensive ADR services including arbitration, neutral evaluation, and other dispute resolution methods. Professional alternatives to traditional ligation with flexible, cost-effective solutions.
Our Mediators
Trusted Mediators Helping Clients Resolve Cases Outside the Courtroom
Gregory T. Talley, Esq.
About Gregory
Greg Talley practices primarily in the area of civil trial practice. He represents individuals and businesses in all areas of civil trial litigation with an emphasis on medical malpractice and healthcare liability defense.
Greg also serves as a mediator and is certified by the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution. To determine Greg’s availability to mediate your case, please contact Brandy Stone at (229)671-8272 or brandy.stone@colemantalley.com.
Greg is a native of Valdosta, Georgia. He received his Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in speech communications in 1991 from the University of Georgia and his Juris Doctor (JD) Degree (cum laude) in 1995 from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University, where he was a member of Phi Kappa Phi, the Brainerd Currie Honor Society, the Moot Court Board, and the Mercer Law Review. Greg formerly served on the State Bar of Georgia Board of Governors, serving Post 3 for the Southern Judicial Circuit.
Greg is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and Board Certified in the area of medical malpractice by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (ABPLA), the only organization accredited by the American Bar Association to certify attorneys in the practice areas of medical and legal professional liability. Greg has served as lead counsel in over 65 medical malpractice cases tried to jury verdict.
He practices in all State and Federal Courts in South Georgia and its surrounding area and is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation and the Lawyer’s Foundation of Georgia. He is former President of the Valdosta Bar Association and is a member of the Georgia Defense Lawyer’s Association and the Defense Research Institute.
Greg is admitted to practice in the Superior and State Courts of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Georgia, the United States District Court for the Middle and Northern District of Georgia, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Greg is Martindale-Hubbell Rated AV® Preeminent™
Timothy M. Tanner, Esq.
About Timothy
Timothy M. Tanner is a Partner at Coleman Talley concentrating in the areas of commercial litigation, business disputes, civil rights, and employment law. In addition, Tim’s practice also focuses on local government law. He serves as the attorney for the cities of Valdosta, Adel, and Nashville, Georgia. Tim also serves as the solicitor for the cities of Valdosta, Adel, and Hahira, Georgia, and attorney for the Berrien County Development Authority and Hahira Downtown Development Authority.
Tim, a native of Nicholls, Georgia, received his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in 1997 from the University of Georgia. In 2001, he received his Juris Doctor (JD) degree from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University.
He is a member of the State Bars of Georgia and Alabama where he is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts. Tim is also a member of the Valdosta Bar Association, Georgia Municipal Association, Georgia Defense Lawyers Association, and Defense Research Institute.
Tim is Martindale-Hubbell Rated AV® Preeminent™.
Converse Bright
About Converse
J. Converse Bright is a Partner in Coleman Talley’s Valdosta office. Mr. Bright has practiced law since 1965. During a legal career spanning more than 50 years, Mr. Bright has served as lead counsel on many complex litigation matters.
A native of Valdosta, Georgia, Mr. Bright received his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Virginia in 1962 and his Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Georgia in 1965. Mr. Bright was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 1964.
He is a member of the bar of the Court of Appeals of Georgia, the Supreme Court of Georgia, the United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Georgia, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits and the Supreme Court of the United States. His practice includes over 140 reported cases in the Georgia Court of Appeals and Georgia Supreme Court and over 30 cases in United States courts. Mr. Bright was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1976 and is a member of the United States District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Florida.
Mr. Bright was appointed by the Supreme Court of Georgia to the Georgia Board of Bar Examiners for 1999-2004. He is a past president of the Valdosta Bar Association and former member of the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Georgia. Mr. Bright served on the Advisory Board of the United States District Court, Middle District of Georgia and as an Arbitrator in that court. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Fellow of the American Board of Criminal Lawyers.
Since 1985, Mr. Bright taught on the faculty of the Georgia Institute of Trial Advocacy at the University of Georgia Law School. He has taught at Valdosta State University as adjunct professor of American History and Political Science. Mr. Bright coached the Lowndes High School mock trial team, which has won several region titles.
He has been rated “AV” lawyer by Martindale-Hubble since 1980, listed in “Best Lawyers of America” since 1987, and “Super Lawyer” since its inception.
Pricing
Mediation
Administrative Fee
$100 per day (non-refundable)
Hourly Rates (4 Hour minimum)
Two party case: $275/party/hour
Three party case: $275/party/hour
Four party case: $275/party/hour
Five or more party case: Custom flat rate
Additional:
- Consultation/document review at applicable hourly rate
- Mileage: $0.70 per mile
- Cancellation within 48 hours: $500 fee
Arbitration
Initiation & Administrative
$1500 per arbitrator, per party
(due on invoice)
Refundable minus $500 if case management order not yet issued.
Sessions:
Billed at standard mediation hourly rate: 4 hour minimum per day
Cancellation Fees:
- 14+ day prior to hearing: no fee
- 13-3 days prior to hearing: 4 hours billed per hearing day
- 2-0 days prior to hearing: 8 hours billed per hearing day
Conference Rooms
Additional Information
Rates may vary by scheduling and availability
*Rates my vary by scheduling, complexity and availability
Our Facilities
Valdosta
Downtown
109 South Ashley Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
• Multiple Breakout Rooms
• Catering Friendly
• On site parking
Atlanta
Buckhead
3344 Peachtree Road, NE
Suite 1950
Atlanta, GA 30326
• Breakout Rooms
• Reception Support
• Parking Garage
Jacksonville
Downtown
1 Independent Drive
Suite 3130
Jacksonville, FL 32202
• Downtown Location
• Reception Support
• Parking Garage
Jacksonville
Deerwood
10161 Centurion Parkway
Suite 310
Jacksonville, FL 32256
• Breakout Rooms
• Reception Support
• Onsite Parking
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