Frederick Way

Mediator & Barrister (non-practising)

UK Panel, Workplace Mediation Panel

Short Introduction

Frederick Way is an experienced commercial mediator specialising in employment, workplace, charity, arts and cultural sector disputes, alongside commercial contracts, shareholder conflicts and trusts and probate matters. Accredited by CEDR since 2000, he has successfully mediated disputes across the public, private and voluntary sectors for more than two decades.

Alongside his mediation practice, Frederick has held senior leadership and governance roles across the arts, charity and education sectors. This experience gives him a strong understanding of organisational dynamics, stakeholder relationships and the challenges faced by boards, leadership teams and charitable organisations.

Testimonials

"I would recommend Frederick without hesitation as one of the brightest and best mediators I have worked with."

Client Feedback

"We managed to get an outcome we would never have thought possible because of your tenacity. We felt supported, understood and challenged which enabled us to move forward and draw a line under the past."

Client Feedback

"Frederick’s polite firmness, sensitivity and patience were very effective tools in overcoming each hurdle- the parties made significant progress with Frederick’s expert guidance."

Client Feedback

About Work

Employment, workplace and organisational disputes form a significant part of Frederick's mediation practice. He regularly mediates workplace grievances, discrimination claims, governance disputes, leadership conflicts, partnership disagreements, commercial contracts and trust-related matters.

Frederick's background includes extensive experience working with charities, cultural institutions, educational organisations and membership bodies. His understanding of governance, leadership and stakeholder engagement allows him to navigate disputes involving complex organisational relationships and competing interests.

His mediation experience includes board and trustee disputes, employment matters, shareholder disagreements, commercial contracts, inheritance issues, workplace conflicts and disputes involving arts and cultural organisations. He is particularly experienced in situations where maintaining relationships is important to future success.

Clients value Frederick's thoughtful, balanced and highly personable approach. He creates an environment where parties can engage openly and constructively while maintaining a clear focus on practical solutions and sustainable outcomes.

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