Appointing Culver Law in Mediation

We are delighted to be able to offer mediation services through Michael Culver’s CEDR mediator qualification, providing another avenue through which we help clients reach actionable, constructive and mutually acceptable outcomes with reduced costs and timeframes compared to other dispute resolution mechanisms.

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What is mediation?

Mediation is a voluntary, structured and confidential process that helps parties resolve disputes without the need for court proceedings, in which an independent mediator helps parties explore solutions and reach agreement.

It allows those involved to retain control over the outcome, rather than having a decision imposed by a court.

Mediation can take place before proceedings are issued, or alongside ongoing litigation, and often results in quicker and more cost-effective resolution than court action.

At Culver Law, we support clients through mediation with a clear focus on early resolution, cost control and preserving relationships wherever possible.

Our mediation services are underpinned by deep expertise and experience in Court of Protection and private client law, developed through leading on hundreds of complex advisory and contentious matters. This includes extensive experience of resolving disputes involving deputies, attorneys, family members and professional stakeholders, often where issues of capacity, best interests and financial management are closely scrutinised.

This means we approach mediation with a strong understanding of judicial expectations, procedural realities and the practical risks of contested proceedings alongside the wider legal and emotional issues involved. We can guide mediation discussions with realism and authority, helping parties reach sensible and realistic outcomes that are both workable in practice and robust in the context of potential court oversight.

Proudly partnering with Mediator Locator, a nationwide network of experienced lawyer-mediators providing mediation services across all sectors.

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When is mediation appropriate?

Mediation is particularly effective where there is a desire to resolve matters constructively and avoid the stress, delay and expense of more formulaic legal action. It is increasingly the go-to process for resolving disputes involving:

Wills, estates and inheritance
Trusts and funds
Family and relationship breakdowns
Beneficiary or executor disagreements
Court of Protection and deputyship issues
Other private client and civil matters such as Lasting Power of Attorney

We will advise you candidly on whether mediation is appropriate in your circumstances and how it can best be used as part of your overall strategy.

Why choose Michael Culver as your Mediator?

Extensive experience in contested private client matters
A calm, empathetic and solutions focused approach
Clear, straightforward advice at every stage
A commitment to resolving disputes efficiently and proportionately

Michael understands that disputes are often emotionally charged and deeply personal. His role is to help reduce conflict, provide clarity and guide you towards the best possible outcome.

Michael takes a practical, strategic and tailored approach to help all parties leave the mediation with an outcome acceptable to them and that saves the stress, cost and anxiety that comes from continuing to litigate.

Culver Law can offer our offices in London, Cambridge and St Albans as a neutral location for mediations to take place in. We can also accommodate mediations elsewhere or online.

You can find out more about Michael Culver by clicking on his name on our About us page and his biography on mediator locator.

How much does mediation cost?

Costs will vary depending on several factors including the number of parties, amount in dispute and number of hours per day. The guideline fees per day which generally apply are as follows:

Claims up to £100K in value: £960 + VAT per party, per day
Claims between £100K-£1million in value: £1200 + VAT per party, per day
Claims between £1million-£2million in value: £1440 + VAT per party, per day
Claims over £2million in value: £1660 + VAT per party, per day

What’s included in the fee?

A full day comprising up to 8 hours of mediation (usually 10.00am – 6.00pm).
Full mediation preparation, pre-mediation meeting, site visits, travel time, and follow up for 7 days after the mediation.
Two parties in the mediation, with the costs usually shared equally. Additional parties will add £450 + VAT per party, per day to the overall daily fee.

What’s excluded from the fee?

A half day’s mediation for smaller value cases, for which the fee is £650 + VAT per party, per half day (a half day is classed as 4 hours of mediation).
Overtime, which is charged at £100 + VAT per party, per hour.
Expenses including travel, accommodation and other necessary expenses which will be charged at net cost.

What else do you need to know about fees?

All fees are payable at least 3 working days before the mediation start date, as mediation costs are due in cleared funds before the mediation.
Charges for expenses and overtime are to be paid within 5 working days of invoice. In some cases, on account payments will be requested.
Cancellation 10 working days or more before the mediation start date will mean no fee is due to be paid.
Cancellation 3-10 working days before the mediation start date will mean half of the full fee is due to be paid.
Cancellation 1-2 working days before the mediation start date will mean the full fee is due to be paid.
Postponement with 5 or fewer working days’ notice, as long as the mediation is scheduled promptly for another date, will mean 40% of the initial fee is due to be paid, plus the full fee for the rescheduled date.

Speak to us

If you are considering mediation or would like advice about whether it is right for you, please contact us to arrange an initial discussion. We will explain your options and help you decide the most appropriate way forward.

You can find out more about Michael Culver by clicking on his name on our About us page.

Not satisfied with our mediation service?

Please raise any issues or complaints with us first, according to our complaints policy. If we cannot resolve the complaint, please refer to the Civil Mediation Council’s Complaints Resolution Service (Tel: 020 7636 4422).

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