The Law and Practice of Commercial Mediation

The Law and Practice of Commercial Mediation is an in-depth, dedicated guide to commercial mediation in England and Wales for mediators, advisers, advocates and experts. This new title outlines the place of mediation in the overall context of ADR before exploring the procedural framework in the Civil Procedure Rules, Practice Directions, Protocols and Court Guides. There is an extensive review of all the relevant case law, both pre and post Halsey and careful analysis of mediation resolution clauses, the mediation agreement, privilege and confidentiality, settlement, costs, ethics and mediator liability. Nick Carr is a highly experienced and well-respected commercial litigator who has been handling heavyweight commercial disputes for over 30 years and has acted for clients in mediations for over over 20 years. He is also an accredited mediator.