Civil Mediation
How it Works
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Initial Conversation
We start with a brief, confidential call to understand the issues, who’s involved, and any time sensitivities. -
Scheduling the Session
If mediation is appropriate, we’ll arrange a date—either online or at a neutral venue that suits everyone. -
Opening Meeting
The session begins with a short joint meeting to set the agenda and establish ground rules. -
Private Discussions
Each party then meets privately with the mediator. We help explore options, evaluate proposals, and work toward resolution. -
Conclusion
Most civil mediations are completed within a day. If agreement is reached, we’ll help record the terms in writing. If not, you’ll leave with clearer issues, practical next steps, and a better understanding of your settlement range.
Mediation is a flexible process. While we follow a clear structure, we can adapt certain elements to suit the needs of the people involved—provided it supports fairness, clarity, and progress.
The Benefits
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Confidential: speak openly without prejudice or publicity
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Efficient and cost-effective: often faster and more affordable than litigation
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You stay in control: no judge, no imposed outcome, no surprises
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Flexible solutions: outcomes tailored to your needs, beyond what a court can order
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Relationship-preserving: reduces stress and supports constructive dialogue
Why Clients Work With Us
Clients value Laricelle Fouchee’s calm, structured approach, legal insight, and unwavering neutrality. With experience across neighbour, property, consumer, and commercial disputes, we focus on momentum, clarity, and fair, workable outcomes.
From first call to final agreement, you’ll feel heard, supported, and in control.
The Fouchee Mediation Approach: Your Partner in Resolution
We combine empathy with clear process: understand the dispute, enable constructive dialogue, separate positions from interests, and test options realistically. Our goal is simple — help you make a well‑informed decision, sooner.
Ready to move things forward? Book a free, no‑obligation consultation to discuss your situation and timelines. We’ll outline next steps and get your mediation scheduled.
What is Civil Mediation?
Civil mediation is a confidential and voluntary process that helps people resolve everyday disputes without going to court. It’s designed to be practical, efficient, and focused on finding solutions that work for everyone involved.
A trained mediator facilitates open dialogue, helping parties clarify the issues, explore options, and reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Sessions are flexible, held online or in person, and often completed within a few hours. Even when full resolution isn’t reached, mediation can narrow the issues, improve understanding, and pave the way for next steps.
Issues We Help Resolve
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Neighbour disputes – noise complaints, boundary disagreements, shared driveways, trees or hedges
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Property issues – repairs, deposits, lease terms, service charges
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Consumer matters – faulty goods, refund disputes, cancellations
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Professional services – fees, delays, quality of work (e.g. builders, decorators, designers)
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Personal disputes – informal loans, cohabitation disagreements, small inheritance matters
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Community issues – club decisions, committee disagreements, membership concerns
