Michael C. Siboni
Michael (Mike) Siboni is a veteran trial lawyer, litigator, mediator and arbitrator with more than 44 years of experience in complex litigation and dispute resolution. He is a Co-Founder of Summit ADR Academy, LLC, where he trains attorneys, mediators, insurance professionals and executives in the art and science of conflict resolution, mediation advocacy and ethical negotiation. He is a graduate of the prestigious Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law.
Mr. Siboni’s litigation background focused on aviation related matters, product liability, personal injury, wrongful death, insurance and commercial matters. His significant experience and reputation for practical insight, case mastery and professionalism have made him a sought-after neutral who has been selected by the most prestigious law firms in the nation to assist in the resolution of complex and challenging cases.
Professional Activities and Honors:
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil and Appellate Mediator
- Federal Court Mediator
- Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator
- Board Certified in Aviation Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
- “AV” rated by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
Recognized for the highest standard of legal ability and ethical standards based on peer review. - “AV” rated by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
- Senior Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America (“LCA”)
Invitation only honorary society representing less than 0.5% of U.S. lawyers, based on excellence in litigation, trial advocacy and professionalism. - Life Fellow, American Bar Foundation
- Adjunct Professor of Law, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law
- Member, The National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
- Thomson Reuters, Florida “Super Lawyer” (2006 – 2025)
Ranking him in the top 5% of his peers. - National Speaker and ADR Thought Leader
Frequently Lectures on mediation ethics, negotiation techniques and the role of litigation experience in effective dispute resolution.
Education and Bar Memberships/Admissions:
- B.A., magna cum laude, Biscayne College (now St. Thomas University), Miami, Florida
- J.D., South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas
- LL.M., Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law; Concentration in Mediation/Arbitration
- Member: The Florida Bar; American Bar Association; Marion County Bar Association; U.S. Supreme Court; U.S. Court of Appeals; Fifth and Eleventh Circuits; U.S. District Courts - Southern, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida
