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About R3 Resolutions

R3 Resolutions delivers mediation, conclave facilitation and training with the professionalism, precision, integrity and empathy that sensitive and complex claims demand.

With a trauma-informed, outcome-focused approach, we create the psychological safety and structured environment needed for constructive dialogue—whether between parties or expert witnesses. With over 30 years of legal and mediation experience, we bring calm, clarity and professionalism to every matter.

About Julie

Julie Somerville is an AMDRAS accredited mediator and was recognised in 2022 as the Australian Dispute Centre’s Mediator of the Year.

After 25 years as a practicing solicitor, Julie now specialises in helping lawyers achieve better client outcomes through a trauma-informed approach to the mediation of highly sensitive and complex claims. Her unique combination of legal expertise and advanced trauma-informed law training enables her to create safe, structured environments where parties can engage constructively, even in the most challenging circumstances.

Julie’s calm, prepared and emotionally attuned style has proven invaluable in complex matters involving trauma, loss, and sensitive power dynamics. Julie is increasingly sought after for her expertise as a trauma-informed mediator.

Our Services

Testimonials

Why lawyers trust R3 Resolutions with their most complex and sensitive claims.

Expert conclave facilitation, historical sexual abuse claim

I just wanted to thank you for your efforts in the (redacted) conclave. Dr (redacted) (our expert) has reached out to us separately agreeing it was difficult, but he was very complimentary of your efforts in holding it together. I think the final report brings the experts closer together, which should assist in the resolution of the matter. Or, if not, it will assist the Court.
Partner – National Law Firm

Historical Abuse Claim

I just wanted to express my very sincere thanks for all your efforts yesterday. I’m quite confident that we wouldn’t have resolved that matter with another mediator present and I was very grateful to have you there keeping us all on track. Looking forward to our next mediation together (although your popularity will mean that’s likely in 2027).
Defendant’s Solicitor, Sydney

Historical Abuse Claim

Thank you for your professionalism, dedication and assistance in assisting us to resolve this claim. Your calm and thoughtful approach and ability to engage with the parties constructively is greatly appreciated.
Partner – National Law Firm

Historical Child Abuse Claim

“Thank you for your outstanding work at this mediation, particularly at such short notice including a request to travel to (redacted). I don’t know any other mediator who would have gone to that effort in the lead up and at the mediation.
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Partner – National Law Firm

Expert Conclave Facilitation, Medical Negligence Claim

I thought to let you know that the whole of the matter of [redacted] has settled now and I am confident that it was due in large part to the way that the joint conferences were handled by you and the excellent reports that issued. I have also had much favourable feedback from my experts, many of who are regulars in the field of medical negligence joint conferences.
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Special Counsel, Sydney

Expert conclave facilitation, Medical negligence and product liability claim

I cannot sufficiently express my gratitude for your professionalism, availability on short notice, positive interaction with my expert, from what I am told, and the excellent quality of the report itself. This was my first experience using R3 Resolutions (though having heard good things) and I very much look forward to working with you again in the future.
Defendant’s Solicitor, Sydney

Awards

2022

Australian Dispute Centre, Australian ADR Awards – Mediator of the Year

2020 - 2025

Doyles Guide, Leading Mediator – NSW

2019 & 2020

Best Lawyers in Australia: Health and Aged Care Law, Medical Negligence, Insurance Law, Professional Malpractice

Qualifications

2025 - Present

Law Society of NSW Accredited Mediator

2019 - Present

Resolution Institute: AMDRAS Accredited Mediator (Previously NMAS)

2024 - Present

Law Society of Scotland: Certification in Trauma Informed Law

2018

Breakthrough negotiations, Macquarie Graduate School of Management

2010

Admitted as a solicitor of the High Court of Australia

1994

Admitted as a solicitor for the Supreme Court of NSW

Our Donations

At R3 Resolutions, we believe in extending care beyond the mediation room.

For every day we mediate, we donate essential items to people experiencing homelessness through a social enterprise we’re proud to support. We also contribute to organisations working in trauma recovery, social justice, and community wellbeing. It’s one small way we honour the values at the heart of our work.

Get in Touch with R3 Resolutions

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(02) 8076 6020

Send an Email

Mediations: jsomerville@r3resolutions.com.au
Conclaves: rmulae@r3resolutions.com.au

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Our Location

13/111 Elizabeth Street
Sydney NSW 2000

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