Alistair Pye, global dispute resolution. Straight talking, creative mediation for commercial, construction and complex disputes.https://alistairpye.com/https://alistairpye.com/adjudication-or-mediation/https://alistairpye.com/adjudication-or-mediation/On Tuesday 20 October at UWE, I collaborated with Trevor Drury, an accredited mediator,lawyer, chartered surveyor, chartered construction manager, project manager and expert witness specialising in construction and energy sector disputes. The presentation was given to 20 professionals in the construction industry hosted by the Brunel Centre of the Chartered Institute of Building. The lively presentation explained the features, merits, problems,Fri, 23 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/anyone-for-plenary/https://alistairpye.com/anyone-for-plenary/In my pre-mediation discussions with the parties’ lawyers I often hear the opinion that the plenary session is a waste of time. Each party knows its case, there is no point in verbally repeating the position statements and “warm words” are unnecessary. In other words, it’s private rooms and shuttle diplomacy – “let’s get onFri, 18 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/are-you-serious-about-settlement/https://alistairpye.com/are-you-serious-about-settlement/If you are, then it’s important to demonstrate it in your mediation team’s conduct both before and during the mediation. Actions speak louder than words, especially in the intense arena of mediation. Think carefully about how your team’s behaviour might be interpreted by others. Imagine yourself in your opponent’s shoes and how you might respondMon, 28 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/barristers-and-mediations-what-do-you-think/https://alistairpye.com/barristers-and-mediations-what-do-you-think/We mediators know all too well that inheritance disputes are some of the most difficult cases to mediate. They are intensely personal. Joint sessions are almost always impossible.Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/chambers-partners-2021-recognition/https://alistairpye.com/chambers-partners-2021-recognition/This industry leader in legal research writes: Alistair Pye has an extensive mediation practice covering a variety of commercial disputes. He exhibits particular strength in construction and associated professional negligence claims. “He dealt with the parties well and focused on the key issues.” “He is quick to grasp the key issues and is willing toFri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/chambers-partners-2022-recognises-alistair-pye/https://alistairpye.com/chambers-partners-2022-recognises-alistair-pye/“Alistair Pye has an extensive mediation practice covering a variety of commercial disputes. He exhibits particular strength in construction and associated professional negligence claims….‘He is down to earth and adept at simplifying issues and risks so that clients can feel at ease and make informed decisions.’ “Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/chambers-partners-2023-recognises-alistair/https://alistairpye.com/chambers-partners-2023-recognises-alistair/We’re delighted with the latest Chambers and Partners review, which notes Alistair’s extensive mediation practice covering a variety of commercial disputes and his particular strength in construction and associated professional negligence claims. The following superb feedback is cited: “He’s great at assimilating large amounts of information and puts clients at ease.” “His important qualities include hisThu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/draft-first-mediate-later/https://alistairpye.com/draft-first-mediate-later/Drafting a complex settlement agreement or consent order at the end of a long mediation day is a pain in the neck! I know; I’ve been there after midnight scribbling away. Now, as a full-time mediator, I’m delighted to leave the tricky stuff to the parties’ lawyers. But, boy, is it frustrating for everyone toFri, 05 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/framing-costs-inclusive-offers-are-you-up-to-date/https://alistairpye.com/framing-costs-inclusive-offers-are-you-up-to-date/For years it has been accepted wisdom for litigation lawyers to advise their clients that they will not recover all their costs if they win at trial. Clients are told that the irrecoverable costs – those that are disallowed by the costs judge upon detailed assessment – are typically pitched in a range between 25%Wed, 04 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/legal-500-2021-recognition/https://alistairpye.com/legal-500-2021-recognition/The researchers at Legal 500 have published their latest entry for Alistair: “Alistair Pye  ‘combines the skills of his legal background with a calm but authoritative manner. He understands the legal and commercial implications of a case, as well as the importance of carrying the lay client and is able to handle a full rangeTue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/legal-500-2022-recognises-alistair-one-of-the-most-dynamic-mediators-on-the-market/https://alistairpye.com/legal-500-2022-recognises-alistair-one-of-the-most-dynamic-mediators-on-the-market/The latest research by Legal 500 had this to say of Alistair: “‘One of the most dynamic mediators on the market‘, Alistair Pye at IPOS Mediation has the ‘ability to grasp the key issues and keep the parties focused on a same-day resolution; and he is direct but pleasant, focused, effective and encouraging‘. In a recent 12-month period, PyeSun, 03 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/legal-directories-2015/https://alistairpye.com/legal-directories-2015/I’d like to thank all those who gave feedback on my Mediation practice to the Legal 500 and Chambers UK researchers. I’m really pleased with my write ups in the latest editions: Legal 500: Alistair Pye at In Place of Strife uses his ‘calm and balanced approach to inspire confidence from the outset’. Clients praiseThu, 04 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/litigation-mediation-wisdom-and-skill/https://alistairpye.com/litigation-mediation-wisdom-and-skill/I’ve been mediating for 10 years (4 of those full-time) and it’s been my privilege to have mediated well over 400 civil disputes of all shapes and sizes. I love the job; it’s a far cry from sitting at my desk or appearing in court fighting my clients’ corner – something I’ve done for overFri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/mediation-but-not-as-we-know-it-working-through-covid-19/https://alistairpye.com/mediation-but-not-as-we-know-it-working-through-covid-19/Like most mediators I’ve been deep-diving and upskilling – honing my videoconferencing skills. In the pre-pandemic age, I conducted quite a few mediations by telephone or Skype or a combination of the two, but only where sums were small and parties were willing to move straight to the money. Now all my mediations are online,Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/recognition-by-whos-who-legal/https://alistairpye.com/recognition-by-whos-who-legal/Who’s Who Legal 2022 notes ““Alistair is an excellent and very active mediator” and “a top name for construction-related mediation”. Alistair holds the Global Leader designation on WWL, which is awarded to lawyers who have consistently received high praise and feedback from their peers and clients, and who are recognized as experts in their fieldMon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/what-is-mediation/https://alistairpye.com/what-is-mediation/Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). It is a voluntary process which involves the disputing parties and their legal advisers (if any) meeting with a neutral third party – the Mediator – to try to achieve a settlement of their dispute by agreement. In essence it is a formalised negotiation which typicallyMon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pyehttps://alistairpye.com/what-is-remote-mediation/https://alistairpye.com/what-is-remote-mediation/Remote mediation, also known as online mediation or virtual mediation, is a process where conflicting parties engage in mediation sessions using remote communication technology instead of meeting in person. This method has become increasingly popular, especially with advancements in technology and the need for flexibility in resolving disputes. In remote mediation, parties typically connect throughSun, 05 May 2024 00:00:00 GMTAlistair Pye