Alternative dispute resolution (ADR)

In the past, disputes have traditionally been resolved in the courts or in arbitration. However, not all of them are appropriate for these traditional forums. Sometimes there is a requirement for disputes to be dealt with more quickly, at a much-reduced cost, whilst maintaining real control over the process.

Our alternative dispute resolution (ADR) team has specialist expertise in resolving disputes, without the need to resort to litigation or arbitration. The team boasts accredited mediators and adjudicators who can provide a dispute resolution service to parties, whether or not they have legal or other representation.

Areas of expertise include:

  • Adjudication
  • Mediation
  • Expert determination
  • Conciliation
  • Documents-only arbitration

 

Key contacts


Rhys Clift
Partner
Rhys Clift
Telephone
+44 (0)20 7280 9199
Email
rhys.clift@hilldickinson.com
Robert Wallis
Partner
Robert Wallis
Telephone
+44 (0)20 7280 9101
Email
robert.wallis@hilldickinson.com

 

 

 

Chambers 2011Hill Dickinson has consolidated its position as one of the leading shipping firms, having further expanded its global reach with a new Singapore office. It handles a broad range of wet and dry shipping issues, and is singled out as a specialist in cargo and yacht-related disputes. In these areas clients praise the firm as “the closest we have come to the ideal.” On the cargo side the firm continues to act for all the non-vehicle-operating common carriers on the 'MSC Napoli' case.

Recommended for Client Service: “Unlike so many other firms, they welcome a certain directness from their clients.”

Recommended for Commercial Awareness: “They are always happy to reach a reasonable commercial settlement rather than allow the matter to get embroiled in lengthy and expensive litigation.”