Our Civil Mediation Service can be carried out at any location convenient to the parties. If required, a suitable venue will be arranged. Alternatively, we can arrange online mediation through video conferencing facilities.
Civil disputes come in a range of forms and can feel both stressful and daunting for those involved.
Our Civil & Commercial mediators help clients start conversations and negotiate their way through to settlement without the need for court intervention. The process takes place over the course of one day where all agreements reached are legally binding. All decision makers must be present and parties can attend with their lawyers.
We pride ourselves on combining our strong negotiation skills with an engaging and collaborative style. Get in touch to learn more about our Civil Meditation service.
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What is Civil Mediation?
Civil and Commercial Mediation involves resolving disputes which would ordinarily be dealt with in civil court proceedings. These disputes are wide ranging and as highly-experienced Civil Mediators, we have helped provide to resolve disputes in even the most complex of civil cases.
Types of Disputes:
- Company & Partnership
- Contract Disputes
- Professional Negligence
- Intellectual Property
- Construction, Development and Planning
- Landlord & Tenant
- Agricultural & Land Use
- Regulatory & Public Sector
- Boundary, Neighbour & Community Disputes
- Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence
- Consumer Disputes
- Probate & Inheritance Act Claims
How does Mediation work in Civil cases?
Parties in a dispute are invited to attend a mediation session in person or online. Prior to the mediation taking place, the parties and their legal representatives will provide information to the mediator relating to the case, including positions statements, evidence and offers previously made.
During the course of the mediation session, the Civil mediator will facilitate a discussion between the parties to reach a resolution. Learn more about our civil mediation service by talking to a member of our team today.
Civil Mediation:
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Terms and Fees
The following fee guidance is for reference purposes only. Formal confirmation of the actual fee will be forwarded upon receipt of an enquiry.
Small Claims Mediation
Value of dispute less than £5,000.
£150 per party ONLINE
Other Disputes
Value of dispute less than £10,000.
£400 per party for a half day (4 hour) mediation.
Value of dispute less than £50,000 or straightforward non-monetary dispute
£750.00 per party
Value of dispute more than £50,000 or complex non-monetary dispute
£1,200.00 per party
The figures include all preparatory work and one day of mediation (9.30 am to 5pm) unless stated. Any part days will be charged at the full day rate unless agreed in advance. Additional time is charged at £200 per hour. If more than one day of mediation is required, subsequent days are charged at the quoted day rate. The above figures do not include expenses which are payable in addition as determined in advance and set out in the mediation agreement.
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Civil Mediation FAQs
What happens during mediation in a civil case?
During the session the parties (and their legal representatives) will be in separate rooms, whilst the role of the mediator is to go between the parties to facilitate a negotiation, reaching a resolution that works for both parties.
Who pays for mediation in a civil lawsuit?
Parties in mediation will share the costs of the mediator equally between them. This means both parties are equally invested in the mediation process and in finding a solution.
Is a civil mediation agreement legally binding?
At the conclusion of the mediation session, where a resolution has been found, the legal representatives will draft a legally binding agreement e.g. new contract, terms of business, settlement agreement etc. For this reason it is important parties to the mediation have legal representation in the process.
How much will the civil mediation service cost?
The cost varies depending on the value of the claim, and the time it takes to resolve e.g. full day or half day. Please see our terms & fees outlined above for more information. In addition to the costs of the mediator, there may also be additional costs for legal advice.
What to wear for Mediation
Remember Mediation is not court. Mediation can often be a long process and so it is important to dress professionally but comfortably. Find out more in our ‘what to wear for mediation‘ guide.
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Civil and Commercial Mediator
The name Crowther has become synonymous with resolving disputes, both nationally and internationally. Not only this, our Civil Mediation service is also driven by exceptional people. Having successfully trained mediators all over the world, we have built a solid reputation for delivering high-quality training programs that empower individuals to effectively resolve conflicts through mediation.
Find out more about the mediation training services we provide or contact us now for more information.
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