Resolving Civil Disputes Outside Court

Civil mediation is a flexible process designed to help individuals and groups reach agreements without the need for formal litigation. It can address a wide range of disputes, from personal matters to disagreements between organisations.

Our mediator provides a calm and structured environment for all parties to discuss issues openly and work towards an agreement.

At Heppenstalls, we aim to make the mediation process as straightforward and stress-free as possible, guiding you through the necessary steps towards a fair solution.

The Benefits of Civil Mediation

Civil mediation offers significant advantages over traditional court proceedings. It saves time, reduces costs, and maintains the privacy of the individuals involved, while also preserving relationships.

Cost-effective
Mediation is usually much cheaper than going to court.
Faster resolution
Reach an agreement in days or weeks, rather than months or years.
Confidential
Mediation is a private process, ensuring sensitive matters stay out of the public domain.
Control over outcomes
Parties are actively involved in shaping the resolution, rather than leaving it to a judge.

Expert Mediators for Civil Disputes

Our mediator is highly trained and experienced in resolving civil disputes. With a deep understanding of both legal principles and the emotional dynamics involved, we help you navigate the process efficiently and fairly.

What Our Clients Say

We’re proud to be the legal partner of choice for so many individuals and families. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with Heppenstalls.

Very helpful and reliable
After a recommendation from a friend, I contacted Mrs Alex Jennings, Notary and Solicitor, of Heppenstalls. Over the last two years, I have required both services, and the help and advice I have been given on those occasions have been excellent. I was quite nervous initially, because I was unsure of the kind of help I actually needed, but Mrs Jennings was wonderful. She was very calm and put my mind at ease, and should the need arise, I would be more than happy to ask her again.
Gisela G
Very helpful and reliable
After a recommendation from a friend, I contacted Mrs Alex Jennings, Notary and Solicitor, of Heppenstalls. Over the last two... Read more
After a recommendation from a friend, I contacted Mrs Alex Jennings, Notary and Solicitor, of Heppenstalls. Over the last two years, I have required both services, and the help and advice I have been given on those occasions have been excellent. I was quite nervous initially, because I was unsure of the kind of help I actually needed, but Mrs Jennings was wonderful. She was very calm and put my mind at ease, and should the need arise, I would be more than happy to ask her again. Read less
Gisela G
Great experience with my conveyancing – would and did use them again! I used Heppenstalls 12 years ago when I bought my house. I received a great service then so I decided to use them again to sell the house this year. I was able to make an appointment easily and talk to Anastasia. I found her very competent, attentive and warm. She gave me all the information I needed in a way that I could understand easily and I therefore felt I could make good decisions based on evidence. She was responsive to emails and copied colleagues in so that they could be in the picture and contribute if she was not available. She had to hand over temporarily, whilst on annual leave, to Nathan Palmer: he too is excellent. Again I found him available to meet and welcoming. When we did meet, he listened and gave great explanations and advice. He chased all the documentation and ensured that it was available for me to sign and ready for completion, as I had moved away from the area by the time of completion. I felt that I could really trust the advice I was given and that I was treated as Anastasia and Nathan would like to be treated themselves. The fixed fee was reasonable. I have recently had a lot of contact with 3 other solicitors, as I am executor of my parents estates. My experience with the other solicitors was very different: I found them insensitive, unresponsive, impersonal, lacking in attention to detail and more expensive. Thank you Anastasia, Nathan and Heppenstalls.
Ruth H
Great experience with my conveyancing - would and did use them again! I used Heppenstalls 12 years ago when I... Read more
Great experience with my conveyancing - would and did use them again! I used Heppenstalls 12 years ago when I bought my house. I received a great service then so I decided to use them again to sell the house this year. I was able to make an appointment easily and talk to Anastasia. I found her very competent, attentive and warm. She gave me all the information I needed in a way that I could understand easily and I therefore felt I could make good decisions based on evidence. She was responsive to emails and copied colleagues in so that they could be in the picture and contribute if she was not available. She had to hand over temporarily, whilst on annual leave, to Nathan Palmer: he too is excellent. Again I found him available to meet and welcoming. When we did meet, he listened and gave great explanations and advice. He chased all the documentation and ensured that it was available for me to sign and ready for completion, as I had moved away from the area by the time of completion. I felt that I could really trust the advice I was given and that I was treated as Anastasia and Nathan would like to be treated themselves. The fixed fee was reasonable. I have recently had a lot of contact with 3 other solicitors, as I am executor of my parents estates. My experience with the other solicitors was very different: I found them insensitive, unresponsive, impersonal, lacking in attention to detail and more expensive. Thank you Anastasia, Nathan and Heppenstalls. Read less
Ruth H
Friendly solicitors and prompt advice
Krysia
Friendly solicitors and prompt advice Read more
Friendly solicitors and prompt advice Read less
Krysia
Friendly team, mindful, knowledgeable and extremely professional, thanks for all your help
Gareth
Friendly team, mindful, knowledgeable and extremely professional, thanks for all your help Read more
Friendly team, mindful, knowledgeable and extremely professional, thanks for all your help Read less
Gareth
Personal touch
If ever the words “personal touch” were to be applicable, it is undoubtedly Heppenstalls to whom it should apply.
Anonymous
Personal touch
If ever the words "personal touch" were to be applicable, it is undoubtedly Heppenstalls to whom it should apply. Read more
If ever the words "personal touch" were to be applicable, it is undoubtedly Heppenstalls to whom it should apply. Read less
Anonymous
Thank you all
Thank you all very much for your help & assistance with our recent purchase. It’s all very much appreciated! Very best wishes.
Jane
Thank you all
Thank you all very much for your help & assistance with our recent purchase. It's all very much appreciated! Very... Read more
Thank you all very much for your help & assistance with our recent purchase. It's all very much appreciated! Very best wishes. Read less
Jane
Successful Property Conveyancing!
I worked with Sarah Lines for the conveyancing of a property I sold in Barton On Sea. She was very efficient, always at the end of the phone and very responsive to any emails I sent. Together we successfully got this sale through to exchange despite any hurdles thrown our way. I very much hope to work with Sarah again in the near future.
Maya Spink
Successful Property Conveyancing!
I worked with Sarah Lines for the conveyancing of a property I sold in Barton On Sea. She was very... Read more
I worked with Sarah Lines for the conveyancing of a property I sold in Barton On Sea. She was very efficient, always at the end of the phone and very responsive to any emails I sent. Together we successfully got this sale through to exchange despite any hurdles thrown our way. I very much hope to work with Sarah again in the near future. Read less
Maya Spink
Great team, fully recommend
Fully recommend, had great service through what was a protracted sale of my property due purchaser requirements.
Nadine Wyncoll
Great team, fully recommend
Fully recommend, had great service through what was a protracted sale of my property due purchaser requirements. Read more
Fully recommend, had great service through what was a protracted sale of my property due purchaser requirements. Read less
Nadine Wyncoll

Frequently Asked Questions

It can resolve issues such as neighbour disputes, contract disagreements, and personal conflicts.

Mediation itself is not legally binding unless the parties agree to formalise the resolution in writing.

If no agreement is reached, you can pursue other legal routes such as court proceedings.

Many disputes can be resolved in just one or two sessions, depending on the complexity of the issues.

Both parties involved in the dispute will attend, along with their legal representatives if they choose to bring them.

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