Mediation Costs
Mediation costs UK; we shall explore mediation costs in the UK. Answering the main questions our mediation company gets asked when an enquirer is looking for a mediator.
- Is there a free mediation service?
- Can I get legal aid? Isn’t there a mediation voucher scheme?
- How much are mediation costs?
- Do costs vary?
- Surely online mediation must be cheaper than in person mediation?
- Do different types of mediation cost the same or different?
- Do all mediators have to charge the same?
- If mediators don’t charge the same, why is that?
A variety of things will determine how much mediation costs UK are determined, which we shall look at in detail. So that you know how much, what to expect your mediation costs to be.
Free Mediation Services UK
There are free mediation services available. Divorcing and separating couples who qualify for legal aid can obtain free family mediation services. To be clear this would be for access, custody of children, to discuss finances and property. There is also the family mediation £500 voucher scheme, which certain people are entitled to providing they meet the criteria.
A number of local authorities used to provide free community mediation services. Disputes between neighbours over noise, parking and anti social behaviour. Most authorities, such as Birmingham City Council now outsource these services to external organisations. Which are still free to the end user. Therefore mediation costs UK in this context are zero, the only cost is the parties time.
How Much Are Mediation Costs UK?
Mediation costs UK vary, based on a variety of factors. The type of mediation you need plays a big part in the cost, neighbour, boundary, workplace, employment, civil, commercial, family, or a MIAMS.
The type of mediation you need also dictates the length of your mediation. For civil and commercial disputes, the majority of UK Mediators charge on the value in dispute. A handful do charge a fixed fee regardless of the type of dispute you have.
The following examples are approximate guides based on the current fees charged by mediators in the UK based on a two party / employee dispute. The figures are to be divided by 50% to give the per party cost. Therefore £300 would mean £150 per party. Having more than two participants could increase the cost.
Mediation Costs UK Comparison
Type of mediation | New Mediator 0 – 5 years experience | Mediator 5 – 10 years experience | Mediator 10 – 20+ years experience |
Boundary | £250 – £400 For half – full day | £450 – £1200 For half – full day | £2000 – £4000+ Full day |
Workplace – employer pays | £250 – £500, For half – full day | £450 – £750 +, For half – full day | £1500 – £3000+, Full day |
Civil, commercial the cost & hours will depend upon the value in dispute | £150 – £750, 3 – 8 hours | £500 – £1250, 3 – 8 hours | £1000 – £5000+, 3 – 8 hours |
You may also want to read who pays for mediation cost uk?
Mediator Cost?
As we can see from the table above, different types of mediation costs in the UK do not cost the same. Different mediators will charge different rates. Newly qualified mediators generally charge less than a very experienced mediator. Some mediators charge VAT, some do not, some will charge for preparation and travel where others do not, regardless of their experience.
Make sure you get your quote in writing, make sure you know exactly what your payment covers. For example does their quoted fee include overtime? Any mediation quote Effective Dispute Solutions send, makes it extremely clear what your total mediation cost will be, there are no hidden or unexpected charges. You pay what you are quoted, not a penny more.
Online Mediation UK Costs Are Less?
Online mediaiton costs UK are less than an in person mediation? Of course they must be less, as there are no travel time or costs, venue hire, refreshments etc. Not necessarily. Our research has found when it comes to online mediation costs, there are three types of mediator.
- They will charge less, as its more convenient to mediate online for all involved, to include the mediator.
- They claim they have given you a discount because it is online, but in reality it is what they really would charge even if it was in person. (Naughty, we do not condone this, but we have heard of it happening).
- Those who are upfront and charge exactly the same regardless of the mode. As you are paying for their expertise, whether this is in person or virtually.
Conclusion
Different mediators will charge different fees depending upon a variety of factors as covered above. You need to be fully aware of what their whole charge includes. Cheaper does not always equal better. Remember you really do get what you pay for. The more experienced a mediator the more they will charge. The more experienced the mediator the more likely they can turn your argument into an agreement.
One of the UK’s most experienced commercial and workplace mediators and mediation trainers. Mediating since 2002 across all sectors with over 2000 mediation’s conducted.
Here to help you resolve your dispute quickly, cost effectively and without stress. As well as to answer all your questions about mediation.
Has mediated every single type of civil, commercial, employment, family, boundary, neighbour and workplace dispute. It is easier to say what he has not mediated, rather than what we he has.
A Fellow of the Civil Mediation Council. A Law graduate, a CEDR, Academy of Experts & ADR Group Accredited Commercial Mediator. A Qualified Dispute Resolver, a UK Mediation Accredited Workplace & Community Mediator. A Qualified Manager through the Chartered Management Institute – Level 5.
An associate Teacher and qualified Trainer, holding the Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector – Level 4. Since 2007 he has been on the global mediation training faculty of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. Who he has delivered mediation training for, in the UK and overseas, on numerous occasions. Between 2018 and 2020, he was the Head of Mediation Training for the ADR Group. The oldest (1989) mediation training provider in the UK.
