Workplace mediation is a real alternative to litigation for employees and employers and is suggested by the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) where has is proven difficult to resolve disciplinary or grievance issues internally.

Issues in the workplace can have a lasting, emotional effect on those involved and it can become increasingly difficult to deal with matters face to face, and to maintain an efficient workplace where issues remain unresolved. The mediation process recognises the tensions involved and seeks to reach a workable solution for all parties. Workplace mediation can also be used where a dispute has been escalated to proceedings and can provide a mechanism for early resolution of those proceedings. It can be particularly useful in complex claims which may overlap into other jurisdictions, or where the parties may wish to explain their position more fully or seek a novel solution.

Mediation is also particularly suitable to circumstances where the employment relationship is ongoing.

BL Resolve provides mediators with expertise in employment law and an understanding of the complexities of workplace relationships. Mary Siddall, consultant is a trained mediator for employment issues.

For further information or to book please contact our BL Resolve co-ordinators Nicola Viggers on 023 8085 7346, or Joanna Henshaw on 023 8085 7103 or email resolve@bllaw.co.uk.