David has conducted more than 170 mediations and is highly experienced, having mediated for over 10 years. In addition to being a mediator, David is a highly experienced litigation solilcitor.
He uses his highly pragmatic approach to resolve difficult and seemingly intractable disputes.
David has a relaxed approach whilst listening to parties needs and concerns and then steering them towards a resolution of their differences.
David draws upon over 35 years of experience as a company and commercial litigation solicitor. His knowledge and understanding of the technical and procedural issues (and the costs) that can sometimes bog down parties in litigation help him to grasp very quickly the best route forward for the parties and where appropriate to press the parties to reality test their current position.
David has a calm and relaxed style but he is not afraid of taking a "hands on" approach and being blunt with the parties where it is necessary.
David is a partner in the niche commercial solicitors practice, Chandler Harris LLP. He is a fully accredited commercial mediator and a member of Civil Mediation Council.
The cases and mediations David has worked on include:
Recent Feedback:
"An astute tactition, a patient and skilled negotiator and an excellent communicator..”
“…David is patient, thoughtful and very practical in his approach to problem solving…”
"Started at 10AM, done and dusted by just gone 2 on a matter that had been dragging on for years. Both client and I very impressed. Would definitely use David again."
“…David provides pragmatic advice and is very persuasive to parties in settlement negotiations. His skills lie in getting parties to understand their strengths and weaknesses, the costs of litigation, and attention to detail, whilst having a friendly manner…”
"...Having had a recent mediation with David, I left very impressed. He managed the process with the upmost professionalism and was willing to go the extra mile to try and achieve a settlement. I have already recommended him to other clients!.."
"David was fully up to speed on the case and dealt with a very difficult situation brilliantly. He was patient but forceful and managed to get a satisfactory solution for both sides. Much appreciated."
Date | Outcome |
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7 March 2024 | Settled |
16 January 2024 | Settled |
19 December 2023 | Did Not Settle |
15 December 2023 | Settled |
24 November 2023 | Settled |
13 November 2023 | Settled |
2 November 2023 | Partial Settlement |
18 September 2023 | Settled |
17 September 2023 | Settled |
7 September 2023 | Settled |
25 July 2023 | Settled |
10 July 2023 | Did Not Settle |
5 July 2023 | Settled |
27 June 2023 | Did Not Settle |
23 June 2023 | Settled |
19 June 2023 | Did Not Settle |
13 June 2023 | Settled |
2 June 2023 | Settled |
19 May 2023 | Did Not Settle |
17 May 2023 | Settled |
9 May 2023 | Settled |
24 April 2023 | Did Not Settle |
20 April 2023 | Settled |
31 March 2023 | Settled |
24 March 2023 | Settled |
Insurance Provider:
Oxygen
Certificate Status:
Certificate on file
Expiry Date:
2 January 2025
Level of Cover:
2000000
Mediation Training Provider:
ADR Group
Date Qualified as Mediator:
7 July 2012
Training Certificate: