A Practical, Experienced Approach to Civil Mediation

New mediation services for complex civil disputes

I am pleased to announce that in addition to our litigation practice, Ascendion Law now provides mediation services, offering practical, focused assistance in resolving complex civil disputes.

Experience That Informs the Process

Over 30 years as counsel in high-stakes disputes, I have developed a practical understanding of the pressures that shape settlement discussions. Effective mediation requires more than legal analysis; it calls for sound judgment, careful preparation, and an appreciation of the commercial and personal realities surrounding a dispute.

I understand the challenges litigators face when advising clients through uncertainty, managing risk, and pursuing resolution without sacrificing advocacy or leverage.

Disputes Suited to Mediation

My mediation practice is designed for matters where commercial judgment and experience are as important as legal analysis, including:

• Shareholder and partnership conflicts
• Property and trust disputes
• Professional liability claims
• High-conflict, multi-party disputes involving competing interests

A Practical and Resolution-Focused Approach

As a mediator, I focus on helping counsel and clients assess risk realistically, identify meaningful areas of movement, and develop creative solutions. The goal is a durable resolution that addresses the parties’ interests and makes practical business sense.

Training Grounded in Practice

In addition to participating in mediations throughout my career as counsel, I have completed extensive conflict-resolution training with CLEBC and the Harvard Mediation Intensive at the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School.

Discuss a Potential Mediation

If you have a matter in which the parties could benefit from mediation, I would welcome the opportunity to assist. Learn more about my mediation services at chilwincheng.com, or contact me directly to discuss a potential mediation.