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Delivers results on your terms

Voluntary | Confidential | Cost effective | Swift

What is Mediation?

Mediation is a process which enables parties to resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiation, facilitated by an impartial, qualified third party – the mediator.

The mediator does not take sides, judge or give advice, their role is to facilitate discussions objectively, helping the disputing parties to identify the core of their dispute and arrive at a solution which works for them.

Mediation is a voluntary process. It is confidential and “without prejudice”, so parties are free to discuss matters openly. Issues can be resolved swiftly and, if a solution is not found through the mediation process, parties are free

to resume legal proceedings.

Why choose mediation?

There are many advantages to choosing mediation::

• significantly reduces costs• greater flexibilty• allows swift resolution of disputes• enables repair and renewal of relationships• can be used in almost all types of disputes

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Kearns is delighted to be introducing Mediation to our range of services for clients.

We have provided a market leading court advocacy service throughout England and Wales for over 25 years. Building on our expertise and industry knowledge, we have developed our mediation service with a nationwide

panel of highly skilled and qualified practitioners.

Kearns Mediation guarantees:

First class service | Transparent fees | Straightforward administration | Value for money

Our talented mediators have been strictly vetted via our application and interview processes. They are all fully qualified and experienced, having conducted thousands of mediations annually across a wide range of legal disputes. You can rest assured that we will find you the best mediator to assist with the resolution of your case

every time you use our service.

It is easy to arrange a mediation through Kearns; our booking system is straightforward and our knowledgeable

Booking Team is on hand to help.

With nationwide coverage, we can provide a skilled mediator wherever you need one and at a cost

proportionate to the size of the claim and type of dispute.

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TRANSPARENT FEE STRUCTURE

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NATIONWIDE COVERAGE

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Booking a Mediator

We have established a panel of mediation specialists experienced in a wide range of legal areas including: Civil & Commercial | Family | Workplace and Community Mediation.

You can easily book one of our mediators using the booking form on the mediation page on our website. Simply complete the type of claim, value, location and preferred dates and our Booking Team will provide you with a selection of qualified mediators from which to choose. Alternatively, if you have a specific person in mind, just complete the form on that individuals’s page.

Papers regarding the mediation can be securely uploaded via our online portal or sent direct to the mediator. Fees are payable in advance of the mediation session. We only accept mediators who have successfully completed training with an accredited trainer, have no history of professional indemnity claims and adhere to the European code of conduct for mediators. Our mediators are bound by strict confidentiality provisions and must advise us immediately if there is any reason why they cannot take a case, including conflict of interest.

Kearns mediators are:

• available to discuss the dispute with the parties or their representatives before the mediation meeting• fully prepared• punctual• completely neutral

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Request for mediation |

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Name Brief details of dispute

Phone Number

Email

Home address Proposed location

Requested Mediation date

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FAQs

Q What do your mediation fees cover?

A Our quoted fees include one day’s mediation (10am - 5pm), 4 hours’ preparation,

mediator’s travel time and all administration.

Q Can I choose a mediator?

A You are free to select any mediator from our panel, or we can recommend a choice of

mediators, based upon your specific requirements.

Q Will the mediator reach a judgment on the dispute?

A No; the mediator will remain wholly neutral and will use his/her skills to facilitate

discussions and negotiations with a view to enabling the parties to reach a settlement.

Q Can the mediator be called to give evidence in subsequent proceedings?

A No; you agree prior to the mediation that you will not take any steps to require the mediator to give evidence or produce documents in respect of the dispute. The mediation is confidential and without

prejudice.

Q Can the mediation be terminated early?

A Yes; mediation is an entirely voluntary process and any participant is free to end the mediation

at any stage.

Q Can Kearns arrange a venue for the mediation?

A Yes; a venue and catering can be arranged for an additional cost; please contact us for further details.

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Kearns Legal Services

Brecon House

Caerphilly Business Park

Caerphilly

CF83 3GQ

T: 02920 808665

E: mediation@kearns.co.uk

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