Commercial mediation
Commercial mediation is a confidential process in which an independent mediator helps parties examine the issues in dispute, communicate effectively and explore whether a negotiated resolution can be reached.
Unlike a judge or arbitrator, a mediator does not impose an outcome. Any settlement remains a decision for the parties.
Matters suitable for mediation
Commercial mediation may assist with disputes involving:
- contracts and payment;
- companies and shareholders;
- partnerships and joint ventures;
- professional services;
- construction or project delivery;
- technology and software;
- governance and organisational issues;
- property or commercial relationships; and
- ongoing relationships that the parties would prefer to preserve.
A flexible process
The process can be adapted to suit the dispute. It may include:
- preliminary conferences;
- confidential written summaries;
- joint discussions;
- private meetings with each party;
- online participation;
- in-person mediation; or
- a hybrid process.
Martin Dillon
Commercial mediation is offered through the independent practice of Martin Dillon, barrister, arbitrator and mediator.
Martin is based at 109 Chambers in Hamilton and accepts appointments in Waikato, Auckland and elsewhere in New Zealand.
Suitable mediations and preliminary conferences can be conducted online. Martin is also available to travel for in-person mediation by arrangement.
An initial enquiry should identify the parties for conflict-checking purposes, the general nature of the dispute, any time constraints and whether all parties have agreed to mediate.
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