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Civil & Commercial Mediation finds a resolution to your dispute without the need for lengthy and costly litigation

It can be utilised in many circumstances

  • Financial conflicts

  • Contractual issues

  • Employment matters

  • Landlord & tenants

  • Business to business

  • Insurance disputes such as personal injury

  • Inheritance and wills/probate

  • Problems with construction etc

Mediation is a voluntary process in which a neutral third party helps two or more parties involved in a dispute reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

The goal of this kind of mediation is to help the parties find a resolution that is satisfactory to all parties. Mediation has proven to be an effective way to resolve disputes without the need for lengthy and costly litigation. The process begins with an initial meeting between the parties and the mediator. During this meeting, the mediator will discuss the dispute and determine the issues that need to be addressed. The mediator will then work to facilitate discussions between the parties and help them reach an agreement. The mediator will also provide guidance and offer suggestions to help the parties reach a mutual understanding. Once an agreement is reached, the mediator will draft a written document that outlines the details of the agreement. This document will be signed by all parties and will serve as a legally binding resolution to the dispute. Civil mediation can be a fast and cost-effective way to resolve disputes. It can help parties find a resolution that is satisfactory to all parties and avoid the time and expense of litigation.

One example of civil & commercial mediation is commercial and contract disputes.

In this situation, the mediator helps the parties identify the dispute, discuss the relevant facts, develop a mutually acceptable resolution, and facilitate a final agreement. For example, if a company and an individual are in a dispute over a contract, the mediator will help them identify the issue, discuss the facts and interests of both parties, and develop a resolution that is agreeable to both parties. For larger contract disputes parties may have a solicitor present for legal advice but this does not impact upon the mediation process. For international disputes the UK is committed to signing the Singapore convention on mediation.

Another example of civil & commercial mediation is landlord-tenant disputes.

When a dispute arises between a landlord and a tenant, a mediator can help them work through the problem and come to a mutually satisfactory agreement. The mediator will help both parties identify and discuss the issue, come to an understanding of the facts and interests of both parties, and develop an agreement that both parties are happy with. When a dispute arises between a landlord and a tenant, a mediator can help them work through the problem and come to a mutually satisfactory agreement. The mediator will help both parties identify and discuss the issue, come to an understanding of the facts and interests of both parties, and develop an agreement that both parties are happy with.

Mediation is also commonly used to resolve employment disputes.

In this situation, the mediator will help the parties identify the issue, discuss the facts and interests of both sides, and help develop a resolution that is satisfactory to both parties. This may include compensation, termination, severance, or other remedies. Note the difference from workplace mediation, where both parties want to maintain the relationship and are still in that place of employment and not in tribunal process.

Overall, civil mediation is an effective way to resolve disputes without going to court. It is a voluntary process in which disputing parties come together with the help of a neutral third party to identify and discuss relevant issues and develop a mutually satisfactory resolution. Civil mediation can be used to resolve a variety of disputes, including commercial and contract disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, family matters, and employment disputes.