Laurence Katz
Mediator
Short Introduction
Laurence Katz is a commercial mediator and former dispute resolution solicitor with almost 35 years of experience advising businesses and individuals on commercial litigation and dispute resolution. He specialises in contract disputes, debt claims, insolvency matters, shareholder conflicts, landlord and tenant disputes and professional negligence claims.
With extensive experience acting for SMEs, business owners and private individuals, Laurence brings a practical understanding of the commercial and personal issues that frequently underpin disputes. His mediation practice focuses on helping parties find workable solutions while preserving valuable business and personal relationships.
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About Work
Commercial disputes form the core of Laurence's mediation practice. He regularly assists parties in resolving contract disputes, debt claims, shareholder disagreements, partnership conflicts, insolvency matters, landlord and tenant disputes and professional negligence claims.
Before becoming a mediator, Laurence spent nearly 35 years as a dispute resolution solicitor handling a broad range of commercial litigation, including fraud and asset tracing claims, insolvency disputes, business sale agreements, distribution contracts and director liability matters.
His mediation experience includes business to business contract disputes, founder disagreements, shareholder conflicts, construction related disputes, property disputes, debt recovery claims and neighbourhood conflicts. He is particularly experienced in helping SMEs and individuals resolve disputes efficiently and cost effectively.
Clients value Laurence's calm, thoughtful and solutions-focused approach. Through rapport building, constructive reality testing and careful facilitation, he helps parties communicate more effectively and move towards practical and sustainable settlements.
Expertise
- Commercial & Corporate
Languages
- English