Iris Pensa Čadež

Iris Pensa Čadež

Mediator

Short Introduction

Iris loves mediation because it gives people the opportunity to shape their own solutions and move forward with confidence. She focuses on understanding what truly matters to each person and encourages future-oriented conversations rather than dwelling on stressful past events. She believes that relationships evolve and that, with the right support, even difficult disputes can open the door to positive change. Above all, Iris aims to create a calm, fair, and respectful space for constructive dialogue.

About Work

I bring over a decade of mediation experience and serve as the head of the Mediation Center at the Slovenian Bar Association. My style is facilitative and future-focused: I help parties express what truly matters to them, explore workable options, and shape solutions that feel fair, sustainable, and tailored to their needs. I pay close attention to the dynamics between parties, creating a calm and respectful environment where they can speak openly and move beyond the stress of past events. I am also listed as a mediator at the Higher Court of Ljubljana, where I assist in resolving complex business and civil matters already deep in litigation but still suited for an amicable settlement. This experience has strengthened my ability to manage entrenched positions and guide parties toward constructive dialogue in high-stakes situations. My strengths include deep listening, reframing complex issues, and navigating emotionally charged conversations with clarity and empathy. I am very open to creative, out-of-the-box solutions and often help parties consider options they may not have explored, discussing what might be possible from new angles. With strong legal knowledge, I also ensure that proposed solutions are both legally feasible and enforceable. My practice is grounded in professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to helping people regain agency, rebuild communication, and move forward with dignity.

Expertise

  • Employment & Workplace
  • Commercial & Corporate
  • Healthcare & Personal Matters
  • Technology, Media & IP

Languages

  • English
  • Slovenian
  • French (intermediate)
  • Spanish

Other Awards

CEDR Accredited Mediator (2021) Certified Mediator - Slovenia (2012)

Memberships

  • Mediation Centre at the Slovenian Bar Association

  • Higher Court of Ljubljana

  • Slovensko društvo mediatorjev

  • Mediator, CEDR’s P2B Panel

Publications