Give mandatory mediation a chance: Insights from the LCAM-HSF survey on compulsory mediation
Herbert Smith Freehills partnered with the London Chamber of Arbitration and Mediation to conduct a survey that reveals broad support among dispute resolution professionals for some form of mandatory mediation in both litigation and arbitration, though opinions vary on its structure, timing, and appropriate case types. While most respondents agree that compulsory mediation can be effective, especially when paired with sanctions for non-compliance, they also emphasise the need for flexible implementation tailored to the nature and complexity of individual disputes.