Mediation

Mediation has been defined as a flexible process conducted confidentially during which a neutral person actively assists parties in working towards a negotiated settlement of a dispute or difference with the parties in ultimate control of the decision to settle and the terms of resolution. 

Benefits of Mediation

• Successful – Over 70% of cases referred to mediation settle

• Quick – Most mediations are arranged within a few weeks (and can be arranged even more quickly) and the formal mediating session usually lasts for one day only

• Cost-Effective – Compared with litigation and arbitration, mediation is a less expensive way of resolving disputes

• Control – It gives parties control over the process and the outcome

• Mediation can run alongside litigation  - or it can be put on hold while you mediate

• Confidential – Mediation is confidential and “without prejudice”, so that nothing said in the mediation is admissible in legal proceedings

• Friendlier – Mediation can maintain business relationships far more effectively than adversarial processes which can drive parties further apart

• Varied – A wide variety of settlement options can be achieved in mediation including some which would be outside a Court’s power to order

• Informal and Flexible – the process to suit client’s needs

What we Offer

• Mediator – Martin Collings LLB is a fully trained and accredited mediator. He is a solicitor and the partner of Robinsons responsible for the Conveyancing Department.  An experienced specialist in property law, he has practised in a wide variety of non-contentious law for over 20 years.  Prior to that, he had some 14 years of litigation in the Courts.  Martin is a natural conciliator with a calm, confident and easy manner who is convinced that by application and with an element of openness by the parties, there are very few disputes which cannot be settled through mediation.

• Our mediation services are offered primarily in the fields of contract commercial property, personal injury, employment, construction, insurance, higher education, business and finance but the fees and principles apply equally to any area of law

• A venue will be provided or the mediator will come to you

• Preparation of the paperwork and Mediation Agreement

• One day (usually) session arranged

• Costs: (typically) £500 plus VAT per party

• Refreshments and light lunch provided

Contact Us

Call us on 01227 762888 or email: mediation@robinsonssolicitors.com  or write to Robinsons Mediation Services, River House, Stour Street, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2NZ