Mediation is an increasingly integral part of the English legal system, particularly following recent reforms which empower the courts to compel parties to engage in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)/Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) processes.
The confidential, cost effective and flexible nature of mediation, can enable parties to preserve relationships and, even if it does not result in an overall resolution of the issues, can prove constructive in narrowing the points in dispute.
Looking at our clients' issues holistically, our litigators are experienced in engaging mediation where appropriate as part of an overall strategy to try to achieve the most favourable results for our clients, particularly in cases involving complex issues, significant assets and personal or business relationships.
A number of our lawyers are also trained and accredited mediators themselves. Drawing on their extensive litigation experience across a number of different specialisms, our mediators can adopt a range of techniques and styles to enable parties to resolve their disputes.
If you would be interested in instructing one of our in-house mediators, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Further information about NCDR in family cases is available via our NCDR Hub.