Charles Middleton-Smith can be relied upon to deal with the inevitable surprises of the mediation process with calmness, authority and optimism.  He actively seeks new learning on negotiation, gap closing strategies and mediator options.

With over 25 years of commercial experience, Charles continues to be appointed in a wide variety of business and legal contexts, with a consistent approach no matter what the sums involved might be.

Charles describes his style as prioritising the commercial aspects, the future and reality, momentum, humour, courtesy and flexibility.

Areas of particular experience include:

Arts, Media & Entertainment (including Intellectual Property)

Engineering

Financial Services/Regulatory

Assisted deal making

Healthcare

Commercial Agents Regulations

Commercial Contracts

IT/Telecoms/Utilities

Banking & Finance

Partnership

Professional Negligence

Employment

Public Sector

Disputes with an international dimension (reflecting his legal practice)

Sale if Goods

Sport