IE: An ADR service designed by lawyers for lawyers
Independent Evaluation (IE) is designed for:
- Solicitors,
- Barristers, and
- Claims handlers.
IE is an efficient way for practitioners to help their clients achieve optimal dispute resolution promptly and cost effectively.
Specifically designed for high value civil claims, disputes are resolved professionally, confidentially and in weeks instead of years.
IE's Principal Evaluators
Andrew Lewis QC
Rhiannon Jones QC
David Pittaway QC
How IE helps solicitors & claims handlers
IE’s offers practitioners an attractive alternative to litigation and mediation:
- IE combines Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) with Facilitative Mediation;
- The IE process is implemented by top tier barristers, including QCs and Judges;
- Benefit from the expertise of a dedicated Evaluator throughout the process;
- Clear ‘directions’ ensure all parties are fully prepared for their Evaluation appointment;
- Receive an unambiguous assessment by a neutral, subject matter specialist based on forensic analysis;
- Evaluators use their experience and subject matter expertise to guide parties towards the best possible outcome; and,
- All matters, including costs, are resolved at the Independent Evaluation.
Evaluations are available in London, Leeds, Manchester and online.
IE has a proven track record of successful resolution of Personal Injury cases and disputes relating to other areas of law including Clinical Negligence and Property Disputes.
We welcome enquiries from solicitors, barristers and claims handlers wanting to offer clients a rigorous, timely and cost effective option for resolving their civil claims disputes. Contact us to arrange a no obligation call to discuss the merits of IE for your current case(s).
What our clients are saying
“Independent Evaluation is a fantastic route to settlement, particularly where you and your opponent may be entrenched in polar positions. Having a non-binding yet frank assessment of your case from an Evaluator with great gravitas, legal acumen and relevant experience is the optimum solution. I would unreservedly recommend the service.”
FRANCESCA MARTIN
BARRISTER, NO5 CHAMBERS
“Settlement was achieved without the pain, both financial and emotional, of a full hearing. …Given the availability of this non-binding evaluation, why would any client choose to go to Court? I highly recommend Independent Evaluation.”
DAVID EDWARDS
PARTNER, EDWARDS HOYLE
“IE provides a valuable option to resolve claims quickly. The parties are given the opportunity to put forward their respective cases and discuss strengths and weaknesses with a thoroughly prepared and experienced Evaluator in a fair and impartial environment.”
NICK MAHONEY
PARTNER, DAC BEACHCROFT
“IE is a valuable service that avoids expensive and prolonged legal proceedings. It helps us deliver on our commitment to resolve genuine reasonable claims promptly and pay claims quickly.”
STEPHEN KING
MS AMLIN
