MEDIATION &
ALTERNATIVE
DISPUTE
RESOLUTION
Regina Hollins Lewis has mediated hundreds of cases and claims throughout South Carolina
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To reserve a mediation session, please select a suitable time slot from any of the available dates on the real-time calendar below. A quick interactive APPOINTMENT REQUEST will collect contact details and case information. Once submitted, we will be in touch promptly with confirmation and required paperwork.
Fee Schedule
Rates & Cancelation Policy
Hourly Billing Rates
$200/hour/party for 2 parties
$175/hour/party for 3 parties
$150/hour/party for 4 or more parties
NOTE: A “party” is defined as all parties represented by the same counsel.
Cancelation Policy
If the mediation is cancelled or rescheduled less than 72 hours (Monday-Friday) prior to the scheduled session, each party will be billed for their portion of the minimum fee. Please keep in mind this cancellation policy is meant to fairly compensate the mediator for reserving the time scheduled for this mediation which typically cannot be filled in less than 72 hours.
Billing Matters
For “half-day” mediations (sessions scheduled for four hours or less), the minimum fee is three hours. For “full-day” mediations (sessions scheduled for six hours or more), the minimum fee is six hours. Fees are calculated using the hourly rates listed above, and payment is due upon receipt of the invoice.
After the mediation concludes, each party will be invoiced separately for their portion of the fee, unless all parties agree otherwise. Please refer to your invoice for payment instructions.
We accept and schedule mediations based on our business and professional relationship with counsel, but we consider this engagement to be with both counsel and their clients, jointly and severally. Accordingly, counsel is financially responsible for ensuring that all mediation fees are paid promptly.
If payment is not received promptly, we reserve the right to pursue appropriate actions to collect payment, including filing motions with the presiding court. By scheduling a mediation, counsel and clients acknowledge and agree that we are entitled to recover all costs of collection, including reasonable attorneys’ fees.
Resources
Case Management Assistance
Our resource hub offers easy access to essential documents to support your mediation experience with Lewis Law & Mediation. Download our Sample Engagement Letter, Mediation Guidelines, and the South Carolina ADR Rules to help you prepare effectively. You’ll also find instructions for Zoom sessions to ensure a seamless virtual experience. Additionally, our RateCard & CV provide important background and fee information, while the W-9 Form helps facilitate smooth billing processes.
Regina Lewis RateCard & CV
Download Regina Lewis’s RateCard and CV to review her background, experience, and current fees.
Sample Engagement Letter
Download our sample engagement letter for mediation sessions. For any questions or assistance, please contact our case manager or call us directly at 803.866.3730.
South Carolina ADR Rules
It’s recommended that counsel and clients familiarize themselves with the South Carolina ADR Rules, which govern the mediation process in state courts.
Lewis Law & Mediation Firm Guidelines
Our Mediation Guidelines are designed to help set expectations and prepare all parties for a successful mediation process.
Virtual Mediation Guidelines (Zoom)
Lewis Law & Mediation offers both in-person and virtual mediations via Zoom. Download our Zoom Instructions to ensure you’re ready for a smooth online mediation experience. If you’re new to Zoom, we recommend downloading the app, creating an account, and exploring its features in advance.
Lewis Law & Mediation IRS W-9 Form
For billing purposes, please download our W-9 form. This will assist with smooth financial processing for your mediation session.
Regina Hollins Lewis
Experienced Civil Litigator & Seasoned Mediator
Years Civil Litigation & Appellate Experience
Years SC Court-Approved Mediator
CLE Presentations Delivered
Biography
Regina brings more than 35 years of civil litigation experience to her work as a mediator. Known for her evaluative style, she effectively connects with all parties, engaging them and their counsel to assess the likelihood of success and identify potential strengths and challenges. Her approachable communication style and ability to build rapport keep the process moving toward resolution. Regina’s balanced approach to mediation has led to repeated requests from both defense and plaintiff’s counsel to handle their cases.
Mediation Experience
Regina has mediated hundreds of cases, consistently enhancing her effectiveness as a neutral. She excels at working with all parties to assess and evaluate each side of a dispute, creating an environment conducive to resolution. Her experience and approach have earned her recognition throughout South Carolina, with the vast majority of her mediated disputes reaching a successful outcome.
Her practice areas include tort and employment disputes, as well as significant experience as a neutral decisionmaker, having served as a commissioner on the South Carolina Ethics Commission. Regina has also contributed to the legal community as an Adjunct Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Law, where she taught Trial Advocacy, and as a presenter at numerous Continuing Legal Education programs, including the Trial Superstars Program, Recent Developments in Alternative Dispute Resolution, and a trial advocacy program co-sponsored by the South Carolina Bar and the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.
Certified by the South Carolina Supreme Court in 2008, Regina is qualified to mediate both federal and state cases in South Carolina. Her mediation experience includes:
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Negligence and Gross Negligence (including vehicle accidents, slips, trips, and falls)
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Negligent Hiring, Supervision, and Retention
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Race, Gender, and other Title VII Discrimination
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Wrongful Termination
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Defamation
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Breach of Contract
Education
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Business Administration, University of South Carolina, 1984
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Juris Doctor degree, University of Maryland School of Law, 1987
Recognitions
Regina was recognized by Best Lawyers in America for her work in Mediation (2023) and has also been acknowledged by Super Lawyers and Legal Elite of the Midlands of South Carolina. With nearly 15 years as a certified mediator and over 35 years of civil litigation experience, she is a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Regina also holds an AV Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, underscoring her professionalism and respect within the legal community.
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