As a highly experienced mediator, with an extensive professional background as a litigation lawyer, I assist people who are facing the daunting prospect of court proceedings reach a negotiated settlement.I specialise in resolving difficult disputes in personal injury, clinical negligence and contentious probate matters although, as a fully accredited mediator in both civil and commercial law, my expertise extends well beyond these parameters. Building on more than 20 years’ experience as a legal practitioner, I can help you resolve your dispute without the time, expense and risk associated with contested litigation.For claimants and their lawyers, you will have control over the outcome, without the anxiety and uncertainty of court proceedings.For the defendant, their lawyers and insurers, mediation promotes early settlement within acceptable timescales and, if successful, removes the litigation and costs risks of running a case to trial.Helping parties overcome the obstacles to negotiated settlements can be both challenging and rewarding in equal measure, and I am passionate about working with people to find creative solutions in the most cost-effective and expeditious way possible. Described in one of many testimonials as an “outstanding mediator dealing with an intractable problem”, I pride myself on approaching all mediated disputes with extreme patience, calmness and persistent determination.As a nationally recognised mediation expert sitting on various specialised panels, I can offer a facilitative and flexible service to claimants, defendants and lawyers looking to explore an alternative means of resolving a dispute. Find out if mediation can work for you or your client - email me at philip.hesketh@trustmediation.org.uk (personal injury/clinical negligence) or phil@heskethmediation.com (contested probate) or call 07595 365578. For more information about the services I offer visit www.trustmediation.org.uk or www.heskethmediation.com.