Civil mediation is a structured, confidential process in which a neutral third party helps two or more people or organisations resolve a dispute without going to court.

Unlike litigation, mediation is voluntary, flexible and focused on reaching a practical agreement that both parties can accept. There is no judge, no imposed decision and no public record. The parties remain in control of the outcome.

It is faster, significantly less expensive than legal proceedings, and preserves relationships that litigation tends to destroy.

Contractual and business disputes Disagreements between businesses or individuals over contracts, services, payments or professional obligations.

Neighbour and property disputes Boundary conflicts, shared access, noise, nuisance and property damage between private individuals or organisations.

Pet ownership and custody disputes Where two parties are in conflict over the ownership, care or custody of an animal outside of a family separation context — including disputes between breeders, co-owners or neighbours.

Professional disputes Conflicts between professionals, partners or stakeholders where a negotiated resolution is preferable to formal proceedings.

Inheritance and estate disputes Where family members or beneficiaries are in conflict over wills, estates or the distribution of assets.

For claims above a certain value or involving multiple parties, a bespoke quotation will be provided following an initial consultation.

Most civil mediators are trained in process and law. I am also a psychologist with over a decade of clinical experience in conflict, relational dynamics and communication breakdown.

Civil disputes are rarely just about the facts. They are about perceived injustice, damaged trust, unmet expectations and the emotional cost of conflict. A mediator who understands this can move the process faster and reach agreements that are more likely to hold.

The research on professional practice consistently shows that motivation, relational skill and active supervision predict better outcomes — not years of experience alone. I am currently offering civil mediation services as a WTA (Working Towards Accreditation) mediator under professional supervision.

Civil mediation typically takes place over a half day or full day session, conducted online or in person subject to location.

We begin with a MIAM (Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting) — a confidential individual session with each party separately. This allows me to understand your position and confirm that mediation is the right route forward.

Prior to any joint session, each party provides a brief position statement and any relevant documentation. I review these in advance and conduct a pre-mediation call with each party.

Sessions can be conducted jointly — both parties present together — or as shuttle mediation, where parties remain in separate virtual rooms and the mediator moves between them.

All preparation time is included in the fee. Disbursements, if any, are charged additionally.

MIAM — £175 per person

Joint Session fees on enquiry — dependent on claim value, session length and number of parties.