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Employment Disputes
Mediation of disputes
The challenge for employers
"Surveys show that those employers who embrace mediation in their disciplinary and grievance processes can reduce the number of tribunal claims they face by up to 40 per cent. Where disputes arise in the workplace, early intervention designed to find solutions rather than attribute fault can pay big dividends for business."
Simon Tytherleigh, Partner
All employers face disciplinary and grievance issues, but conventional internal procedures focus on fault and rarely deliver solutions. With the impending abolition of the statutory Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures, there will be an increased focus on mediation within the workplace. Employers will need to design a process that fits their business need, and ensure that those members of the organisation who are acting as mediators or neutrals are properly trained and supported.
Additionally, all employment tribunal claims are now to be considered for judicial mediation, and the role of the external mediator in employment disputes is growing. Properly managed, a mediation can open the door to constructive and flexible solutions which deliver better business value than courts or tribunals can provide.
How we can help
We run public courses to develop the skills of your staff who will act as internal mediators and also offer bespoke training to meet the particular needs of your organisation. Delivered by expert employment lawyers who are also trained and practicing mediators, and experienced HR consultants, we can help your people meet the challenges ahead. We can provide them with ongoing support and advice including follow-up clinics to discuss common problems.
Our long experience in the field of mediation means we can help you prepare for external mediations by helping you choose the right mediator, preparing for mediation and representing you during the process, so that you get the best possible outcome for the business.
Where appropriate we can provide a suitable member of our team to act as a mediator.
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