Irwin Mitchell's family mediation team is headed by Claire Filer, whose focus is on complex divorce disputes, Rachel Baker, offering the full range of mediation services, and Joanna Gosling, who has a particular interest in the emotional aspects of disputes.
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- ‘The team has an excellent reputation for mediation which has been well promoted, in part by having Joanna Gosling in the team.’
- ‘Claire Filer is building a strong practice as a mediator and has a calm and empathetic manner that clients warm to.’
- ‘Rachel Baker was an excellent mediator. She had a good grasp of abusive control in relationships and ensured I felt safe and comfortable. Understood the situation and worked efficiently and with skill to reach a timely conclusion.’
- ‘Great team - efficient and personal’
- ‘Joanna Gosling is committed to helping families’
- ‘They were very professional, clear and timely.’
- ‘Fantastic team especially Phillip Rhodes who I regularly refer to clients for mediation who has been fantastic.’
- ‘A highly specialised team of family experts. ’
- ‘Phil Rhodes is someone that I would have no hesitation in recommending to clients for advice. He is refreshingly approachable, full of knowledge and has a pragmatic approach which is open-minded on behalf of clients to get the best job done for them in the most helpful way possible. ’
- ‘Rachel Baker - excellent mediator; approachable and knowledgeable; mediation participants will be in very safe hands; exudes empathy and intellect.’