Mediation Information and Decision Matrix
Use the Mediation Information and Decision (MIAD) Matrix to help you organise your mediation enquiry and booking journey. Follow the logical steps on the decision matrix below to support you in finding and booking a mediator or mediation provider. Read the Information section as a checklist of what information you should expect to obtain when booking a mediation and preparing for the mediation process.
What type of Mediation service
do you want?
All administration is provided for us, including fixing the date and finding a venue
A Mediation Provider
I'm happy to do all of the leg work myself and it doesn't have to be administered.
An independent Mediator
Where should I look to find a Mediator?
What are the consideration and criteria I need to think about when choosing a mediator?
Property
Construction/Engineering
Professional Negligence
Banking & Finance
Insurance & Re-Insurance
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Personal Injury
Energy & Transport
Partnership & Shareholder
Sports & Media
IT & Telecoms
IP, Trademark & Copyright
Health & Social Care
Hours included for mediation day and preparation
Travel costs & travel time
Venue booking, room hire & refreshment charges
Areas of Expertise
Professional experience
Sector experience
Reputation and status
Qualifications and background
Mediation Style and technique
Fees
Location
Method of Delivery
Settlement rate
Referral/Recommendation
Facilitative
Evaluative
Narrative
MED-ARB
Remote
In-Person
Online DR
Lawyer/Colleague
Client
Mediation Provider
Mediator Directory
A Mediation Provider
The provider will take the criteria that you give them and suggest mediators that match the criteria. You make the mediation booking with the provider.
An independent Mediator
After researching the criteria and considerations you have, are a match with the mediator, make contact with the independent mediator to book a mediation
Preparing for the Mediation Day
Information you may need from the mediation provider or mediator to prepare for the mediation process
Mediation Booking form
Terms and Conditions
model mediation clause pre-agreed?
draft settlement agreement
Mediation Agreement
Timetable for submitting papers to the Mediator for preparation
Guidance on what to prepare for the Mediator
Mediation attendance list
Invoice for the Mediator's fees and instructions on how to make payment
Start & finish time
venue address & directions
zoom invitation/teams link