Mediation Webinar Series – 10 things to consider when thinking about mediation

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07/10/2021

When: TBC
Presenters: Grahame Aldous QC and Laura Elfield

In the first webinar of our Mediation Series, Laura Elfield and Grahame Aldous QC will be providing an insight into mediation and the top 10 things to consider when thinking about mediation. Laura and Grahame will cover the following topics:

  • Should I mediate?
  • Do I have to mediate?
  • Adverse costs orders?
  • Why mediation v a JSM?
  • When to mediate?
  • How to set up a mediation?
  • Who pays the mediator?
  • How do I prepare for a mediation?
  • What do I need to think about on the day?
  • Do I go with a remote mediation or in person?

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Laura Elfield

Call 1996

Grahame Aldous KC

Call 1979 | Silk 2008

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