The role of evaluation in dispute resolution

Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking panel event hosted by the Bar Council’s ADR Panel, introduced by the Chair of the Bar of England and Wales, Barbara Mills KC.

This timely session will explore the rapid growth of the private neutral evaluation market in England and Wales — and ask: if neutral evaluation proves so effective in financial remedy cases, why isn’t it more widely used across civil and commercial disputes?

We’ll also examine the rise of evaluative techniques in mediation: how they’re being used, where they work well, and how they compare with the more structured approach of formal neutral evaluation. What are the benefits and limitations of each? And could a blend of both shape the future of dispute resolution?

Not to be missed, this event brings together some of the most influential and forward-thinking voices in the ADR landscape — including contributors to the Bar Council’s Guide to Conducting Neutral Evaluations. These experts are leading the charge in expanding neutral evaluation beyond its traditional contexts and driving thought leadership on how it can be used across a wider range of practice areas.

Join the leaders in the sector for drinks and canapés after the event — an opportunity to continue the conversation and connect with peers.