We provide legal support in assessing disputes, preparing for meetings and conducting negotiations in mediation. We help clients evaluate settlement options in light of their objectives and needs.
Our interdisciplinary approach considers both conflict management and the economic risks of a dispute. We conduct comprehensive negotiations that take account of the parties' expectations, communication dynamics and the financial implications of potential solutions. We help develop workable settlement options that reflect the parties' needs and the legal and economic consequences.
We attend mediation meetings as counsel and assess the legal implications of proposals and settlement terms with our clients. Throughout the process, we assist with preparing and reviewing documents and following up applications.
Our Key Services
Voluntary Mediation
We assist with preparing and conducting mediation where the parties voluntarily choose to seek a negotiated resolution. We help evaluate settlement options in light of the nature of the dispute and the parties' expectations.
Conduct of Mandatory Mediation
We assess clients' claims and represent them in pre-action mediation. We assist with reviewing offers, conducting negotiations and assessing the documents prepared at the conclusion of the process.
Voluntary Mediation Agreements
We advise on preparing agreements relating to voluntary mediation and reviewing existing drafts. We assist in clearly recording agreed terms, obligations and arrangements for implementation.
Mandatory Mediation Applications
We assist with preparing the information and documents required for mediation applications and following up the filing process. We monitor notifications and documentation from the application stage through to the conclusion of the mediation.