Andrew is an accredited mediator and independent investigator with 22 years of experience as an employment and discrimination solicitor. His legal background equips him with valuable insights for workplace mediation and investigations, alongside a strong belief in the power of mediation to resolve disputes effectively, avoiding formal processes, courts, or tribunals whenever possible. As a lawyer, his focus was always on helping clients address their challenges with practical, commercially driven solutions rather than pursuing legal arguments for their own sake.
Andrew has successfully mediated complex and sensitive workplace disputes, including cases of bullying, trust breakdowns, undermining behaviour, exclusion, and lack of respect. He builds trust quickly by connecting with a diverse range of individuals and fostering positive relationships. His calm, determined approach, combined with empathy and the ability to defuse tension (sometimes with a touch of humour), helps create an atmosphere where everyone feels heard. Andrew excels at identifying core issues, cutting through distractions, and guiding participants toward clear goals and practical resolutions.
In his personal life, Andrew enjoys cricket and golf, traveling (he’s visited 70 countries and counting), wildlife conservation (he serves as a Trustee for a conservation charity), walking, and attempting to train his dog.
