Log in or register
Share on LinkedInShare on LinkedIn

ARTICLE · 31 AUGUST 2017

An update from our Mediators – 5 reasons why Mediation is good for business

Pointon Partners
Explore more from Pointon Partners

In certain disputes, the law now requires that mediation must be attempted before court proceedings can be commenced.

AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
Brigid O’Dwyer
Brigid O’Dwyer
Andrew Cox
Andrew Cox
Author LinkedIn connections

Did you know that Pointon Partners offers mediation as a cost effective dispute resolution service to enable your clients to get back to business?

Mediation can be organised at any time – you don't need to be involved in Court proceedings, you just need to agree with the other party to the dispute to try the process, and engage a mediator.

Pointon Partners offer the services of two qualified mediators – Brigid O'Dwyer and Andrew Cox.

Why Mediate?

As much as most people would prefer to maintain harmonious business relationships, and operate on a purely good faith basis, it is inevitable that disputes crop up from time to time in many commercial dealings. How these disputes are dealt with can make a huge difference to their impact and outcome.

We operate a free-to-view policy, asking only that you register in order to read all of our content. Please login or register to view the rest of this article.

Register for freeORLog in

View source

Related Articles

Legal Intelligence Newsletters: sign up for the latest legal and regulatory news on your chosen topics

Read more about

Related Comparative Guides

See more popular content from

Article

How To Draft A Defence And Reply

Queensland civil procedure requires defendants to respond to each factual allegation with precision—admissions, denials, or non-admissions must be properly explained, while inadequate responses risk being treated as admissions. Replies serve a distinct and limited purpose, addressing only new matters raised in the defence that could affect the claim's maintainability or introduce unexpected factual questions.
AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
Stonegate Legal
Stonegate Legal
Article

Counterfeit Imports – Tougher Penalties At The Border

Australia strengthens its response to counterfeit goods importation through new legislation that creates strict liability offences and enables infringement notices at the border. The amendments aim to make counterfeit importing unprofitable by ensuring penalties and seized goods exceed potential profits. How will these changes impact intellectual property rights holders and importers operating in Australia?
AustraliaIntellectual Property
Pointon Partners
Pointon Partners