How much do Mediators and ADR Specialist earn?
• According to US News the median income for a mediator is around $60,000 a year • Hourly fees for mediators and ADR specialists vary according to specialization from $50 to $450 • Construction mediators and ADR specialists tend to command the highest pay due to the high costs involved in construction disputes • Divorce and family mediators tend to make from $150 to $250 per hour depending on training • Finding a niche and building a strong referral network and specialty reputation are ways to increase earnings