"We initially utlilised Shirli Kirschner's services as a mediator when she was independently appointed by the Law Society of New South Wales to mediate a dispute between our client, who was a partner at a firm, in his transition to partnership in another firm. Shirli was appointed because the parties to the dispute were unable to agree on an appropriate mediator.

In subsequent disputes involving partner transitions, we have utilised Shirli's services as a mediator.

We have valued Shirli's involvement in the matters. Shirli's strength lies in the fact that she does not leave a mediation to chance. She spends a great deal of time and effort in ensuring, from the very beginning, that there are clear processes and procedures in place to ensure that all aspects of a mediation run smoothly, maximizing the opportunities for the parties to reach an agreement.

In addition, during the mediations themselves, Shirli has proven herself to be an extremely effective facilitator. Shirli has been able assist parties to resolve issues where it appeared that it was going to be extremely difficult to resolve matters because the parties had diametrically opposing positions. She has willingly gone the "extra mile"" to assist parties to resolve matters.

We have no hesitation in recommending Shirli to any client."

Kristen Barratt, Senior Associate, Gadens Lawyers