Duncan Crine
Civil and Commercial Mediator
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Duncan is an accredited Civil and Commercial Mediator with a background of more than 30 years as a solicitor in London and Oxford specialising in litigation and dispute resolution, including over 20 years in partner roles primarily at large national law firms.
Duncan is able to mediate a wide range of disputes, including:
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professional negligence and related insurance policy coverage issues
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property, probate, estates and trust disputes
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corporate and M&A claims, shareholder unfair prejudice claims and partnership disputes
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B2B contract disputes (manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, customers).​​​
Testimonials
"The mediator was quickly able to make the client feel at ease and explain the process... [he] handled discussions well, spreading time evenly between the parties and providing his own experience in an appropriate and helpful way without overstepping the mark... the mediator was at all times professional, calm and helpful... the mediation was helpful in understanding the issues in dispute and the strengths/weaknesses of the other party's position. It enabled the client to see first-hand the arguments in play and be more involved in that process.
- Commercial Litigation Partner at regional law firm, 2024
"Duncan has real stamina, patience and considerable skill as a mediator"
- Commercial Litigation Partner at London law firm 2023
"Duncan Crine is a cool and wise head, with a breadth of practice that means he can bring a wider perspective. Very calm, reassuring and easy to work with."
- Legal 500 2021
"Duncan is very approachable and an expert in his field."
- Chambers & Partners 2021
"very client friendly", "attentive to time pressures and deals with matters promptly and effectively".
- Legal 500 2019
"can always navigate tricky issues and... can understand particularly complex work".
- Chambers & Partners 2019
"a very pragmatic, down-to-earth chap"
- Chambers & Partners 2018
"very strong in mediation and negotiation"
- Legal 500 2017
"very bright and tactically first class"
- Chambers & Partners 2017
"immensely experienced and practical"
- Legal 500 2016
Why appoint Duncan?
Duncan is experienced, approachable and practical. He understands the dynamics of civil disputes and the challenges of modern litigation. He recognises the power of mediation to deliver swift, pragmatic, flexible, cost-effective and confidential solutions for seemingly intractable disputes; and he appreciates the importance for the parties of a 'safe pair of hands' to lead them through the process.
Contact
If you would like to discuss a potential mediation appointment, please email:
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