How parenting teenagers has given me greater insight into mediating
Damn teenagers are hard – on one hand you are bursting with pride as you watch them mature; and at exactly the same time they can tear out your heart,
about R3
Established by Julie Somerville, a lawyer with over 25 years’ experience resolving common law claims, in particular professional indemnity, medical negligence, public liability, intentional torts and institutional abuse claims. R3 Resolutions creates the right environment for those claims to be resolved:
quicker and cheaper than litigation;
in a way that addresses the real needs of the parties; and
by providing a way forward for parties to start rebuilding the future they desire.
mediation
Mediation is a voluntary, confidential process where parties work with a neutral and impartial mediator to resolve their dispute. The parties decide how the dispute is resolved, rather than a Court imposing it on them.
R3 Resolutions adopts a facilitative approach to mediation by assisting the parties to have the conversations that they have not previously been able to have, in an open and respectful manner.
more services
Not all civil claims are the same, particularly those involving high levels of emotion and trauma. Therefore, the resolution of some claims may need a different approach. R3 Resolutions recognises this by offering alternatives to a mediation.
facilitated settlement conference
These conferences often take place shortly after the complaint is first made and before significant legal costs are incurred.
expert conclave facilitation
Facilitating discussions to produce a report that assists the parties and the Court
moderated evidence gathering
Facilitating discussions between parties so an agreement can be reached for collaborative evidence gathering.
graduated
mediation
Combining facilitative and evaluative techniques to develop a truly bespoke solution to the resolution of the dispute.
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How covid-19 induced “pivoting” has increased mediation effectiveness
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Concierge duties during COVID -19: the expanding skillset of an online mediator
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Mediating in the midst of COVID-19
In the midst of the cancellation of events, potential school closures, self isolation and quarantine periods, it is understandable that you or your clients may have concerns. However, don’t assume