Mediation
Unresolved conflict casts a long shadow. It can be a source of significant stress, reduce focus on other priorities and prevent the parties to the conflict from moving forward.
As a mediator I build an environment of trust which allows me to uncover the root causes of conflict, to help the parties to re-assess their priorities, and to guide them in negotiating their own resolution or settlement.
Mediation works.
The Mediation Process
A commercial mediation typically runs over the course of a single day, with some preparation ahead of the day, and governed by a mediation agreement which all parties and the mediator sign. Throughout the day, the mediator holds a combination of joint sessions (with both parties) and private sessions (with the parties individually). The format for workplace mediations is also flexible.
Mediation is voluntary, confidential, and on a without prejudice basis. It is non-binding until the parties have signed a settlement agreement.
“We were, quite literally, packing up and getting ready to leave empty-handed when you guys came back and got us to muster and give it one more shot. To say the very least - brilliant - and almost odd in a world where common decency is out of the ordinary.”
Mediation Client, London
“Mike builds trust right from the start of the process. He is calm, professional, thorough, friendly and commercial – extremely measured in his approach, while being direct when required. His energy, skill, creativity and diplomacy make him a highly effective and one of a kind mediator. Highly recommended.”
Head of Psychotherapy Practice, London