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Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) that can be used to resolve a wide range of disputes; it is usually offered as a method once you have received independent advice from a solicitor and where both you and the other side want to find a solution to the dispute.

Mediation typically consists of an independent advisor working with both parties to reach an agreement by asking questions that help each side to understand the issues and the options available to them for settling their dispute.

Mediation is a voluntary process, however it is encouraged by the courts and if you should end up before a judge it could weaken your position or lead to adverse cost orders if you have previously refused the option of mediation.

Why use Mediation rather than court proceedings?

The process can be quicker, less stressful and more cost-effective than attending court.

Higher settlement rates.

The process allows you to explore and discuss various aspects of the dispute and all available solutions.

You maintain more control of the process, rather than a judge making all the decisions.

It can help you to retain professional relationships by being less confrontational than court proceedings.

It can result in a settlement document that is legally binding and on an equal footing to a court order.

Takes place in a private setting so the result remains confidential.

At Rothera Bray we can assist to resolve disputes in the following areas:

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Richard Hammond

“We strive to make every matter as stress free as possible”

Richard Hammond
Head of Dispute Resolution

If you’re happy then we’re happy too.

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Posted 27/01/2020

Rothera Sharp Solicitors’ ‘skilled’ team handles personal injury claims including public liability, accidents at work and road traffic accidents often involving – among others – children and foreign nationals. Recent work included settling a claim for a pedestrian involved in a road traffic accident, acting for a child claimant following a hand injury sustained at a playground and representing a claimant in a public liability claim pertaining to fractures sustained on a slippery floor. Elisabeth Halls combines ‘good judgement with the right amount of scepticism and has a proven ability to optimise outcomes for claimants.

Legal 500, 2017

Posted 27/01/2020

I cannot thank you enough for all you have done for me. I don't know whether you can truly appreciate how incredibly important the success of this matter is to me. I couldn't have done this without you, and there just aren't the words to express my gratitude to you for all this. You have enabled me to have a peace of mind and you just can't put a price on that. Please tell Rebecca how absolutely thrilled to bits I am with the work you have done for me, which is beyond priceless and for which I will be forever grateful

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Posted 27/01/2020

I want to say a massive thank you for all your hard work….I will never forget how you were prepared to believe in me….you energetically pursued my case to achieve the best possible outcome

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Posted 27/01/2020

My previous dealings with Rothera Bray have always been excellent-total efficiency and professional. Jayne Smith previously and now Emily Weston. I would always use Rothera Bray as my solicitors. Thank you.

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Posted 12/08/2020

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Posted 30/09/2020

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Posted 30/09/2020

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Posted 11/02/2021

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Posted 07/06/2021

My experience with Rothera Bray was an easy and smooth process, regarding a settlement agreement with a previous employer. They helped me understand all the legal jargon and details and made it very clear what the agreement was asking of me and what they would provide in return without it seeming complicated. They were prompt and resolved any issues or queries I had and I found them to be friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend Rothera Bray to anyone seeking legal advice, even if you've had no experience with a solicitor before, as they're very welcoming and help you to understand everything.

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Posted 06/07/2021

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Posted 27/09/2021

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Richard Bates

Richard Bates

r.bates@rotherabray.co.uk

Richard Bates leads the Litigation and Dispute Resolution team at Rothera Bray. Richard is a litigation specialist and can provide a wide range of services to both commercial and private clients.

Caroline Bowler

c.bowler@rotherabray.co.uk

Caroline Bowler is a partner in our Dispute Resolution team and an equine law specialist at Rothera Bray, which is the Official Legal Partner to British Dressage and The British Show Pony Society. She works from our Lace Market office and has been described as “one of the best equine lawyers” in the Legal 500.

Richard Hammond

Richard Hammond

r.hammond@rotherabray.co.uk

Richard Hammond is a Dispute Resolution specialist and mediator at our Lace Market office. Richard is also a notary public, processing client documents for international use.

Grant Benskin

Grant Benskin

g.benskin@rotherabray.co.uk

Grant Benskin is a Senior Associate Solicitor Advocate in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution team and is based at our Lace Market office in the heart of Nottingham city centre.

Richard Woodward

r.woodward@rotherabray.co.uk

Richard is a Dispute Resolution solicitor and has worked for a variety of different clients, including individuals involved in land and probate type disputes as well as multi-national and SMEs in contractual and debt claims.

Paige Regardsoe

Paige Gajic

p.gajic@rotherabray.co.uk

Paige Gajic is an Associate Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.

Amie Hardy

Amie Hardy

a.hardy@rotherabray.co.uk

Amie Hardy is a Trainee Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.

Millie Moreton

Millie Moreton

m.moreton@rotherabray.co.uk

Millie Moreton is a Trainee Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Dispute Resolution team and is based at our Lace Market office.

Krupa Sodha

k.sodha@rotherabray.co.uk

Krupa is a Trainee Solicitor at our Leicester Office. She is currently working with our Dispute Resolution team after completing seats in our Personal Injury and Corporate departments.

Eleanor Kivneen

e.kivneen@rotherabray.co.uk

Eleanor is a Paralegal in our Dispute Resolution department and is based at our Lace Market office.

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