Who's Who Legal 2020 recognises our mediators

We are delighted to announce that 14 of our mediators have been recognised by Who's Who Legal in their 2020 analysis of the global mediation market. Our mediators were recognised for their exceptional handling of complex disputes in mediation proceedings. WWL's research is not confined to the UK but researches and recognises practitioners across the globe, making the recognition of our mediators even more of an achievement. Of particular note is the recognition of Elizabeth Birch and Mark Jackson-Stops as Global Elite Thought Leaders who are, in WWL's words, "those individuals who received the highest number of nominations from peers, corporate counsel and other market sources this year. Our research has identified them as being truly outstanding practitioners and the very best in their field."

WWL said the following about 10 of our mediators:

Elizabeth Birch

is “a senior figure” who is “very active” in the mediation space. She enjoys an “excellent reputation” among clients seeking commercial dispute resolution in a range of sectors.

Tim Hardy

achieves widespread recognition for his top-tier mediation practice and is highly sought after for his impressive experience handling commercial disputes.

Mark Jackson-Stops

is a “phenomenal” and “very able” mediation specialist, acting as a full-time mediator in property development, management and evaluation disputes.

Lawrence Kershen QC

receives widespread commendation for his adept handling of mediations across a variety of matters, including financial services, manufacturing, property and shareholdings.

The “very active”Liz Riversis lauded for her “excellent work in workplace and employment disputes”. Peers also rate her “great ability to promote relationship maintenance”.

Jon Lang

is a “keen player in the field” with a “truly excellent and very pleasant” approach to commercial mediation proceedings.

Patrick Walker

is “a prominent figure in the field”, with notable expertise in property mediations and a strong track record in multiparty disputes.

Jane Player

is distinguished as an “absolutely excellent” mediator, executing mediations surrounding in the corporate and contractual disputes with aplomb.

[t]he “exceptional” Beverly-Ann Rogers, who “provides consistently good service”. Her “personable approach” makes her “an established and well-rated figure” across the board.

Stephen Ruttle QC

is a “favourite mediator in the UK” and a “first-rate practitioner” with a “strong international portfolio”. Peers further comment, “Clients respond extremely well to him.”

Charles Middleton-Smith, Alistair Pye, Amanda Bucklow and Chris Fitton have also been recognised.

The full analysis can be found here.