Stephen Shaw

Personal Bio

Job Title: Mediator/Barrister

Areas of Expertise:

I worked for over 30 years at the Bar, starting as a generalist, but for most of that period, specialising in property and general contractual and commercial disputes – at Lamb Chambers, in Middle Temple. I am now an Associate Member, and work exclusively as a Mediator of such disputes. I am also a Judge of the First Tier Property Tribunal, and a Deputy District Judge in the County Court. I have a good practical feel for how judges might respond to cases and arguments, and bring this experience to bear in my mediation work. I have been described as sensitive to the parties, in what sometimes are highly charged situations, and patient in hearing their narrative. At the same time, I am usually booked for one day, and am therefore highly conscious that we need to keep focused, and remain “on track.” I will leave no stone unturned in seeking an overall resolution acceptable for both sides, and am passionate about my work.

I am CEDR Accredited, a Fellow of the Civil Mediation Council, a Member of the Legal 500 Hall of Fame, listed in Chambers & Partners and Who’s Who Legal Directories. I am a graduate of the Harvard Business School Negotiation Mastery Programme, and have written widely and presented seminars on mediation generally.
Al my details, together with testimonials, can be found on my mediation website at www.stephenshawmediation.com

I am happy to talk to parties by Zoom or telephone if they wish first to meet me, before any mediation is fixed.