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Access Mediation

Helping you resolve your dispute in a timely and cost effective manner.

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"As an accredited mediator with a practitioner background, I am quickly able to grasp the details in complex disputes, while also bringing empathy and a commercial understanding to the mediation process.” 

“I help people, businesses, employers and employees to resolve disputes without the need for costly litigation. I am a CMC accredited Civil, Commercial and Workplace Mediator. Through virtual and in person mediation, we can collectively find a resolution and – importantly – a productive way forward".  

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Nicholas Brayne

Nicholas is an award-winning communicator having worked across many sectors. Over twenty years in front line representation, he has assisted parties in medical, professional, property, commercial, negligence, reputational, political and contractual negotiations. Nicholas has worked with several high-profile clients in sensitive discussions, including mergers and acquisitions.

 

The wide range of clients Nicholas has represented includes professional sports clubs, large and small businesses, broadcasters, sole traders and members of the public as well as workplace disputes.

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I aim to bring empathy and an understanding to the mediation process. By carefully listening and utilising analytical skills, I can help both parties to identify possible solutions before a matter is committed to the Courts to resolve. 

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I am a passionate advocate for mediation. I have witnessed and helped to deliver positive and mutually beneficial outcomes to previous juxtaposed parties. Underpinning my approach is compassion, understanding and impartiality. 

Nicholas practices across the UK, in a wide range of disputes.

He is a passionate mediation advocate and enjoys working with a diverse range of clients. Nicholas specialises in a broad range of disputes, helping clients to find a meaningful solution. He is a highly trained communicator, with a diverse track record in communications and media. 

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Nicholas started his career within broadcasting, holding a series of senior positions in leading global media brands. A decade ago, Nicholas refocused on business, specialising in formats, rights development and M&A negotiations. This consultancy developed into delivering conflict resolution solutions and crisis management. 

He has provided consultancy services to Senior Executives, when their businesses are experiencing a point of crisis or facing insolvency proceedings. In addition, he has negotiated resolutions in both B2B and B2C complex situations, including for companies facing difficulties in the Covid-19 pandemic. 

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Nicholas has delivered cross-border mediation and consultancy support services globally, with a focus on the US, Europe and the Indian Subcontinent. He has won several awards for his body of work. In addition, his community endeavours and charitable work has been recognised by the UK Government and The British Royal Family. 

Away from work, Nicholas has a deep passion for travel, music, sport and history. 

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The wide range of clients Nicholas has represented includes professional sports clubs, large and small businesses, broadcasters, sole traders and members of the public. He specialises in complex commercial disputes.  

Experience

General Dispute:

  • Company partnership 

  • Shareholders and directors disputes 

  • Joint ventures disputes 

  • Landlord and tenant disputes 

  • Insurance – consumer and business 

  • Property & development including commercial projects

  • Lending, debt and equity disputes 

  • Governance of public organisations & Charities 

  • Professional negligence (solicitors, architects, engineers, accountants, etc.) 

  • Probate and estate

  • Care service & residential homes 

  • Family financial disputes

  • Local government

  • Vehicles 

  • Neighbour

  • General contract 

  • Negligence

Workplace:

  • Contractual 

  • Employee disputes

  • Tribunals

  • Injury or loss of income disputes

  • Bullying 

  • Performance disputes

  • Harassment

  • Leadership conflicts

  • Relationship conflicts

  • Discrimination

  • Unfair treatment

  • Poor management

  • Poor communication

  • Task conflict

  • Intimidating behaviour

  • Imbalanced workload

Insolvency:​

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  • Bankruptcy 

  • Administration 

  • Liquidation 

  • Insolvent partnerships 

  • Petitions 

  • Insolvency Practitioners, 

  • Fraudulent and wrongful trading

“An ounce of mediation is worth a pound of arbitration and a ton of litigation!” 

Joseph Grynbaum 

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The Mediation Process

A commercial mediation typically runs over a single day. The process is personable, voluntary, confidential and aimed to help parties to come to their own agreement. It is beneficial for both parties to enter the process with a willingness to find an agreeable outcome and work constructively. The process is governed by a mediation agreement, which all parties and the mediator sign. 

Throughout the day, the mediator holds a combination of joint sessions (with both parties) and private sessions (with the parties individually). The format is flexible and can be tailored to help both parties and the mediator reach a beneficial outcome.

Resolving disputes through dialogue

We all experience conflict and disagreements in our lives. Some will be challenging and difficult to resolve. It is how we deal with conflict that matters. Importantly the mediator is independent and impartial, therefore enters the process without preference or prejudice.

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The sole role of a mediator is to support the parties in finding a way forward. The parties are always in control of the process – and the terms of any agreement that might be reached. The process is designed to help the parties find solutions for themselves, without the stress and costs of court proceedings or a tribunal. 

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"Mediation can be face-to-face or the parties can choose to mediate online by video, depending on circumstances and what both parties feel most comfortable with". 

Enabling a good conversation and decision making

  • active listening & respect 

  • empathy & understanding 

  • enabling effective communication and ensuing both parties can express their views

  • always maintaining a safe and respectful environment

  • conflict management

  • focusing on a positive outcome

  • consensus building towards a resolution 

How Mediation Works

Conflict can be stressful and distracting. Unresolved issues can escalate, be time-consuming and costly. Ultimately,

un-addressed problems can be referred to the courts, incurring significant expense and potential reputational damage. 

“As a mediator, it is my role to identify the root causes of conflict and help guide parties to identify their own remedy".

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