Martin Brink
Mediator
Short Introduction
Martin Brink is an internationally recognised commercial mediator, arbitrator and corporate dispute resolution specialist with more than 45 years of experience resolving complex business, banking, shareholder and governance disputes. A former magistrate in the Court of Appeal at The Hague, attorney, corporate adviser and author on business mediation, he is widely recognised for his expertise in corporate mediation, banking and finance disputes, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder conflicts and public sector matters.
Drawing on more than four decades of experience in corporate law, financial services and board-level governance, Martin regularly assists businesses, financial institutions, government bodies and senior executives in resolving complex disputes. He is particularly known for his work in corporate mediation, boardroom conflicts, restructuring matters and disputes involving significant commercial and strategic interests.
About Work
Martin mediates a broad range of commercial, corporate, banking, shareholder and governance disputes, helping organisations, investors, boards and public bodies resolve complex conflicts efficiently and constructively.
Alongside his mediation practice, Martin has built a distinguished career as an attorney, arbitrator, corporate adviser and former magistrate. His experience includes advising financial institutions, multinational companies, government bodies and corporate boards on dispute resolution, governance and strategic decision making. He has also held numerous executive and supervisory board positions, providing valuable insight into the commercial and organisational challenges that often sit behind disputes.
His mediation experience includes banking and finance disputes, shareholder conflicts, board and executive disagreements, mergers and acquisitions claims, joint venture disputes, restructuring matters, regulatory issues and public sector conflicts. He is particularly experienced in disputes involving corporate governance, decision-making processes and long term commercial relationships.
Clients value Martin's thoughtful, analytical and adaptable approach. Trained in multiple mediation methodologies, he tailors his style to the needs of the parties and the dispute, combining facilitative techniques with robust reality testing where appropriate. His focus is on helping parties improve communication, evaluate options realistically and develop commercially effective solutions that support lasting resolution.
Expertise
- Employment & Workplace
- Commercial & Corporate
- Construction, Property & Planning
- Banking, Finance & Insurances
- Public Sector & Governance
- Industry, Energy & Environment
- International Trade & Competition
- Healthcare & Personal Matters
- Technology, Media & IP
Languages
- English
- Dutch
- German (intermediate)
- French (intermediate)
Memberships
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Dutch Mediation Federation
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International Mediation Institute
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Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution
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Dutch Foundation for the Settlement of Automation Disputes.
Publications
- Book (in Dutch)
Business Mediation and Subject Matter Expertise. - “A Definition of Mediation.”
Published in CMJ (Boomportaal). - “Corporate Mediation: A Proposition?”
CMJ 2018/2. - “Selecting a Mediator.”
CMJ 2022/6. - “Dispute-Wise in the Supply Chain?”
CMJ 2020/4. - “Evaluative Mediation (Part I), An Analysis.”
CMJ 2021/5.