Mediation

Why choose Mediation?

Mediation offers a better way. By choosing mediation over litigation, you can resolve disputes more quickly, with greater control over the outcome. Mediation is a collaborative process where both parties work together to find a solution that works for everyone. It eliminates the delays, uncertainty, costs, and stress associated with court battles, allowing you to reach a resolution efficiently and move forward with confidence.

When you take a case to court, delays are almost inevitable. It can take months or even years just to have your case heard. And that’s just the beginning. Even if you win, the appeals process can drag on for much longer, and enforcing a court victory can be challenging and stressful. The journey through litigation is often long, costly, and filled with uncertainty.

No matter how strong your case may seem or how confident your legal team is, the outcome of a trial is never guaranteed. Trials are unpredictable, with countless factors that can influence the final decision. In the end, litigation can feel like a gamble, where even the best-prepared cases may face unexpected setbacks. In addition to the time and uncertainty of court proceedings, is the cost of litigation and the prospect of paying the other side’s costs if you lose.
Why wait years for an uncertain outcome in court when you can achieve a fair, effective solution through mediation?

Zoom or in-person mediation: Which is right for you?

With the rise of remote work, especially since the pandemic, online mediation has gained significant traction. Zoom is often the platform of choice, and I have extensive experience using it, along with other virtual meeting tools. Currently, about 50% of my mediations are conducted remotely.

The success rates for both online and in-person mediation are comparable, with approximately 85% of cases being settled either on the day of mediation or shortly afterward. Some participants feel more at ease engaging from their own offices or homes, while others prefer the traditional face-to-face interaction. The key is to choose the environment where all parties feel most comfortable. It's essential to avoid replacing the potential intimidation of a courtroom with a similarly stressful setting.

Ultimately, there isn't a definitive answer to whether in-person or online mediation is better. I'm equally comfortable facilitating both. The most important consideration is which format makes the participants feel at ease.

Meet David Ingram:
Your trusted Mediator

David brings a wealth of experience to his role as a mediator, drawing from his extensive background in:

Running and managing trading businesses, acting as a receiver, administrator, and liquidator.
Negotiating the sale of numerous businesses, and navigating complex interactions with purchasers, stakeholders, creditors, valuers, and other agents.
Applying both going concern valuation principles and the practice of distressed M&A.
Initiating and defending a wide range of court proceedings, both civil and criminal, while managing teams of forensic and insolvency accountants, solicitors and barristers, expert witnesses, litigation funders, and ATE insurers.

Known as “the receiver of choice,” David has earned a reputation for his independence, resilience, and ability to handle competing interests effectively. His mediation style is relaxed with a strong focus on detail, both financial and non-financial. Furthermore, David is tenacious and creative; he will strive to assist the parties find a solution to their disputes.

Fees

Every mediation is unique. David Ingram believes in aligning his fees with the value or benefit he provides in each situation, rather than adopting a “one size fits all” price or a complicated scale of fees based on claims and counter-claims.

David typically works on a fixed fee basis, agreed upon in advance with the client to ensure clarity and transparency, avoiding any unexpected costs.

In respect of smaller claims, claims under £50,000, David adheres to the Civil Mediation Council’s fixed fee scheme.

Qualifications and memberships

Chartered Accountant – ICAEW
Licensed Insolvency Practitioner (non-appointment taker) - IPA
Accredited mediator – CEDR
CMC