Patricia Hitchcock KC
Mediator
Short Introduction
Over 30 years' experience at the Bar, 20 as a mediator and 8 as a Judge. Known for her friendly and approachable manner and her ability to see to the heart of complex disputes. Trained as a mediator in 2003 because win-win solutions are so much better than winner-takes-all, and cost so much less.
Testimonials
About Work
Specialist in clinical negligence and personal injury; extensive experience of mediating multi-million pound claims both as a barrister advocate and as a mediator. Sits as a judge in Crown Court (serious crime) and Mental Health Tribunal (detained psychiatric patients). Has mediated a wide range of disputes including also professional negligence, property, housing and racial discrimination. Style is relaxed and friendly but knowledgable and authoritative. Parties report good rapport and trust and positive outcomes.
Expertise
- Commercial & Corporate
- Culture, Lifestyle & Sport
- Equality & Social Justice
- Healthcare & Personal Matters
Languages
- Spanish (basic)
- French
- German (basic)
- Italian (basic)
Other Awards
KC 2011
Recorder 2017
Judge of Mental Health Tribunal (Restricted Patients Panel) 2023
Memberships
- CMC
- CEDR Panel
- NHSR Panel
