Mediator Locator for Individuals
Find a Mediator the Easy Way:
Free, Fast & Trusted
Looking for a mediator for your family, financial, property or other personal dispute? We're here to help. Find a mediator with us: we will connect you with experienced mediators who are qualified legal professionals from leading UK law firms.
Simply tell us about your dispute and we will select an independent, impartial mediator, matched specifically to your dispute. The best part, our services are completely free.
What Is Mediation and Why Should You Choose it?
Mediation is an extremely cost-effective accessible way to resolve conflicts without the need for court battles. It is a process where a neutral expert guides both sides to talk things through and reach an agreement.
Choosing mediation first has many advantages and can save you time, money, and the stress that often comes with other dispute methods such as litigation. Once you experience how smoothly it works and how effective it is, you'll never look back.
Contact us today and let us connect you with the mediator who is best suited to help resolve your conflict.
How to Find a Mediator
We partner with experienced mediators who are also qualified legal experts from leading UK law firms.
Once you tell us about your dispute, we carefully match you with the right mediator for your situation, so you can trust that we’re making the best choice for your needs.
Our service is completely free, and we ensure that every mediator we recommend is independent and impartial.
"Mediator Locator took the stress out of finding the right mediator. The service was fast, efficient, and professional."
Kay Barker
Partner, Solicitor & Head of Contentious Trusts and Probate
Ellisons Solicitors
Our Mediators: Available Online and In-Person
Whether you're looking for a mediator near you or one who can hold an online mediation, we have both options covered.
Our mediators are specialists in their fields, and many are celebrated in legal directories as leading sector experts. With this huge depth and experience, you will be in safe hands when using our services.
Offering national coverage throughout the UK, and with expertise across all sectors, you need look no further than Mediator Locator.
Mediation Resources
We know that mediation can seem overwhelming if you're new to it. Visit our What is Mediation guide for a clear explanation of what mediation is, how it works, and its benefits.
You can also explore our blog for insightful articles on mediation-related topics.
If you have any questions about our services or about mediation in general, reach out to us at info@mediatiorlocator.com
Mediation Compared To Other Dispute Resolution Methods
Use the table below to see how mediation compares to other dispute resolution methods in cost, time to resolve and more.
Dispute Resolution Method | Average Cost | Time to Resolve | Privacy | Relationship Impact | Success Rate |
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Mediation | ✅ £500 – £3,000 (per party per day) | ✅ 1–3 days (usually within 2–4 weeks) | ✅ Private | ✅ Often preserved or improved | ✅ 70–90% |
Expert Determination | ❌ £5,000 – £15,000+ | ✅ 2–8 weeks | ✅ Private | ⚠️ Varies | ⚠️ Uncertain (binding if agreed in advance) |
Adjudication | ❌ £8,000 – £50,000+ | ✅ 28–42 days (faster in some sectors) | ✅ Private | ❌ Often adversarial | ⚠️ Uncertain (binding but temporarily enforceable) |
Arbitration | ❌ £15,000 – £250,000+ | ❌ 6–12 months | ✅ Private | ❌ Often adversarial | ⚠️ Uncertain |
Tribunal (e.g., employment) | ❌ £10,000 – £25,000+ | ❌ 6–12 months | ❌ Public record | ❌ Often strained | ⚠️ Uncertain |
Litigation (Court) | ❌ £25,000 – £500,000+ | ❌ 12–24 months+ | ❌ Public record | ❌ Often adversarial | ⚠️ Uncertain |
Learn More About Mediation
Check out our educational articles to learn more about mediation and how it can benefit you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I find a local mediator?Just contact us and we will identify and recommend a suitable mediator for you. Our service is free of charge, and we will respond promptly to all enquiries.
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Why should I use Mediator Locator?Mediator Locator is a free mediation appointment service, in partnership with prestigious law firms, where all our mediators are highly skilled legal professionals employed by our partners. Our mediators are specialists in their respective fields, and many are celebrated in legal directories as leading sector experts. With huge depth and experience from our mediators, you will be in safe hands when using our services.
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Should I have a virtual mediation or in-person mediation?This is a matter for the parties to decide, and at Mediator Locator we cater for both options. So, it is entirely your choice as to how you wish to conduct the mediation.
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Who are the mediators?Currently, we partner with 11 highly respected full service law firms, and from those law firms we have 27 mediators. All our mediators are highly experienced professionals, most of whom are senior partners with very substantial legal and mediation experience.
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What sectors does Mediator Locator cover?We have expertise in all sectors, so will have a suitable experienced mediator to recommend to you. Those sectors include (but are not limited to) business, private client, commercial / civil, property, employment, construction, breach of contract, family and matrimonial, insurance, maritime, etc.
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How does mediation work?Once appointed, the mediator will liaise with the parties to schedule and manage the mediation process. On the day of the mediation, the mediator will assist the parties in better understanding the realities of their respective cases, will help guide the parties towards resolution, and they will manage the process of any settlement offers and counter offers.
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What are the benefits of mediation?Mediation is quicker, cheaper, easier, less stressful, generally less confrontational, it can preserve relationships, it is completely confidential and highly likely to result in settlement.
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Are mediators independent?Yes. All our mediators are completely independent, and operate with total integrity. As their mediation activities are fully regulated, primarily by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority, you can be assured of the mediator’s propriety at all times.
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Is mediation expensive?Mediation is significantly cheaper than the alternative methods of dispute resolution and will save you substantial time and money. As a process it’s straightforward and highly effective, especially with the right mediator appointed. That is why Mediator Locator has carefully selected our mediators to ensure quality, experience and knowledge.
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Who pays for the mediator?Mediator Locator recommends a mediator free of charge. However, it is the responsibility of the parties to pay the mediator directly for their services. Unless one party agrees to pay for the mediation, i.e., this can often occur in workplace situations, or with some large Landlords (e.g., Local Authorities or Housing Associations), the usual position is the parties share the cost equally. Consequently, by sharing the cost, mediation is an inexpensive option, especially compared to the alternatives.
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What are the costs of mediation?At Mediator Locator we have two panels of mediators, a Primary Panel, for higher value more complex mediations, and a Set Value Panel for disputes up to £50k in value with fixed fees. With the Primary Panel, the cost depends on the nature of the dispute and which expert mediator is appropriate. However, rest assured that the cost will be competitive and significantly cheaper than other forms of dispute resolution.
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Does Mediator Locator offer free mediation?Regrettably at present we are unable to provide any free mediations. However, we intend to keep this under review and hope to be able to offer some pro bono mediations in the future.