In confidential settings, complexity becomes concrete. Decisions shape institutions, reputations and long-term direction — often under conditions of uncertainty, pressure and competing interests.

I work with boards, senior leadership teams and stakeholders where communication, governance and decision-making intersect. My role spans strategic advisory work, mediation and facilitated negotiation — particularly in moments of transition, conflict or crisis, where trust is strained and outcomes matter.

As an accredited mediator, I bring a disciplined, impartial approach to navigating difference and power imbalances. I support parties in surfacing what matters, testing assumptions and moving beyond positional dynamics towards workable, sustainable outcomes.

I work independently, confidentially and with a clear sense of responsibility to the whole system — creating the conditions in which sound decisions and genuine resolution can emerge.

I am available for business negotiations, mediations and advisory board work in Europe and internationally. Fees vary depending on the number of participants, the nature and value of the matter, and its duration and location. Travel expenses may apply. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

For background and context, you can read more about my work and experience here.

For inquiries about availability, please use the contact form here.

Areas of Expertise.

My work spans sectors and contexts where complexity, power and perspective intersect:

International Finance and Banking

Sustainability and Transformation

International Media and Entertainment

Geopolitics

Why mediation works in practice:

Voluntary & Without Prejudice 

Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process. Nothing shared can be used in court, and participation does not imply fault or admission of guilt. As a neutral intermediary, I guide the conversation in a non-judgemental setting, focusing on what matters to those involved and on finding outcomes that are workable for all parties. Where agreement is reached, it is recorded by the participants or their advisers and becomes legally binding once signed.

Cost-effective

Mediation is consistently shown to cost significantly less than pursuing disputes through litigation. This applies across sectors and jurisdictions, both nationally and internationally, particularly where disputes involve complexity, multiple stakeholders or ongoing relationships.

Proven in practice

According to the CEDR Mediation Audit, more than two thirds of mediations are resolved on the day, with a further proportion settling shortly thereafter. These figures have remained broadly consistent over time, underscoring mediation’s effectiveness even in high-stakes and complex cases.

A growing professional field

Disputes are increasingly entrusted to mediators from diverse professional backgrounds. Non-lawyer mediators now represent a fast-growing part of the profession, reflecting the value of interdisciplinary perspectives where commercial, relational and systemic factors intersect.

The latest CEDR mediation audit can be found here.

My take on mediation, trust and resolution:

“Mediation is as old as the story of mankind. It is found in American tribal cultures, Celtic societies, ancient China and many other corners of the Earth wherever human beings need to figure out how to get along. You don’t need to become friends in the process. But you will find that you’re stuck on the same planet, so in the long run strife is not going to cut it. That’s why mediation has such a long history.”

“Through a simple process and confidential conversation the human beings behind the disagreement are seen, heard and called to actively come together in finding a solution that works for everybody present. Mediation allows space for creativity and understanding that may not be found in a courtroom.”

“I see my role as mediator as being the bridge between participants. I hold the space, I facilitate the conversation. I’m there to serve, free of judgment or expectation. No matter what the topic of the dispute may be, there is always potential for resolution.”

Memberships.

The Barrister Group

Civil Mediation Council

Terms and Conditions.

Mediations must be paid for in advance and take place under a signed mediation agreement which participants will receive upfront. The conditions mean that participants agree to keep the mediation confidential and that Judith as mediator cannot give evidence, be sued, or be called as a witness. Everyone agrees to attend in good faith and states that they have authority to settle. Mediation will take place at a venue chosen by the participiants and at an agreed time and date.

I’m fully insured and abide by the European Code of Conduct for Mediators as well as the rules and professional standards of the Civil Mediation Council (CMC). This includes a complaint handling procedure which can be found here.