29 October 2026 - 29 October 2026
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Chemistry Building, CG91, Arthur Holmes Lecture Theatre, Ground Floor, DH1 3LE
Free Event
This seminar explores recent legal developments affecting mediation in the UK and explains the growing importance of mediation within the litigation system.
This seminar provides a practical overview of client representation throughout the mediation process, from advising whether to mediate, appointing a mediator and preparing the client, to negotiating effectively throughout the mediation process and drafting a settlement agreement. Interactive exercises, facilitated discussion and opportunities for questions will reinforce the practical skills covered.
Founder and Director of Essential Mediation Solutions
Emma McAndry is an award-winning mediator, dual registered with the Civil Mediation Council (“CMC”) for Civil/Commercial and Workplace mediation. The CMC has awarded her with Fellowship status in recognition of her ‘extensive mediation experience.’
LLB (Hons) DEJF (Diploma in French Legal Studies)
Qualified Solicitor (now non-practicing)
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Fellow of the Civil Mediation Council (Civil/Commercial and Workplace)
Legal 500 Leading Mediator 2022/23
National Mediation Awards 22/23
Emma McAndry founded Essential Mediation Solutions in 2019, which has expanded quickly, with regular clients and quality panels of mediators and trainers to meet demand. Clients include Weetabix, Heineken, Ikea, the Law Society and various universities and Councils.
With over a decade of experience and 100’s of mediations conducted, Emma works both online and in person. Her work has included high profile reported matters, including Dr Oetker in dispute with their residential neighbours over its production site expansion, and ending a 3 month protest by Protect Warwick Women for safety on campus at the University of Warwick. Such work placed Emma in the top 3 of Workplace Mediators at the National Mediation Awards (“NMA”) 2022/23.
Emma wrote and gained CMC accreditation for the Civil and Commercial Mediation Course and the Workplace Mediation Training Course. Both are also internationally recognised by the International Mediation Institute and delivered to multiple jurisdictions on a regular basis. As lead trainer for these courses and in recognition of her expertise, Emma was awarded Mediation Trainer of the Year 2022/23 at the NMA, presented at the House of Commons.
Emma has been asked to share her knowledge on BBC Radio and at numerous national and international conferences and has authored several published articles.
With an infectious passion for mediation, you will find Emma to be approachable, personable and supportive, which highly skilled and capable.
