As a deputy district judge and a commercial and family (‘hybrid’) mediator Mike continues to add to his thirty years plus dispute resolution experience obtained as a solicitor and fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
His experience covers a wide range of civil, property, building, and ownership disputes. He knows how the litigation process affects people both financially and emotionally and is able to provide a flexible and friendly approach to encourage the parties to achieve the best possible outcomes
Professional Background
- 1979- Admitted as a solicitor
- 1993-Fellow Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
- 1996-Higher Courts (Civil Proceedings) Qualification ( Solicitor-Advocate)
- 1997- MSc Construction Law and Arbitration ( King’s College London)
- 1998-Deputy District Judge (County Court)
- 2007-Accredited Mediator (ADR Group)
- 2010 -Mediation panel member of Effective Dispute Solutions Limited
- 2010-Family Mediator Foundation (ADR Group)
Mike has been involved in a variety of mediations both as an advocate and mediator in construction, property, commercial landlord and tenant, boundary, shared ownership and occupation and Inheritance Act disputes. In addition he has acted in partnership, housing and will disputes and personal injury and insolvency claims.
Endorsements
‘He presents a relaxed style injecting where appropriate into the process a sense of humour’
‘Mike understands the issues quickly and has an ability to listen and focus’
Other Experience
As a deputy district judge Mike determines fast track and small claims cases and encourages ADR in case management. He also conducts financial dispute resolution hearings in matrimonial matters. Having completed the ADR Group’s conversion course Mike is able to offer flexible mediations and timetables for both commercial and family parties and other forms of ADR.
Interests
Mike is a keen cyclist and cook and continues to try and learn Spanish.
Contact
To appoint this mediator please call +44 (0) 121 533 2793 or
email info@effectivedisputesolutions.co.uk
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