Commercial Disputes
The fee for the mediation should be discussed and agreed with the mediator in advance of the mediation, and recorded in a signed mediation agreement. Ensure you understand if the fee is per party or in total.
The Mediator's fee for a mediation involving two parties are broadly as follows, although individual mediators may charge more or less:
Monetary Value of Dispute |
Anticipated duration of Mediation – advance fees per party |
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Hours |
Half Day( 4 hours) |
One Day (8 Hours) |
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Claims up to £5,000 |
2 Hrs: £125 |
£200 |
£400 |
£5,000 to £15,000 |
3 Hrs: £250 |
£325 |
£450 - £625 |
£15,000 to £50,000 |
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£375 |
£500 - £750 |
In excess of £50,000 |
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£750 - £2500 per party |
- This fee will include up to two hours’ preparation and any pre meeting contact with the parties.
- Any additional hours of preparation or mediation will be charged at £150 per hour plus VAT in total. Any additional hours must be agreed in advance with the parties.
- If the mediation involves three or more parties, the charge per party will be reduced by 25%.
- All Mediators’ fees shown above are exclusive of VAT, if applicable.
- Mediator's expenses (including travel where chargeable) will be charged at cost.
You are welcome to use our standard form mediation agreement.
FEES & EXPENSES IN FAMILY AND PUBLIC SECTOR CASES
Please discuss fees and expenses in these cases with the Mediator directly.
