Tim Wallis introduces a new kid on the mediation block—the AFM Register of Mediators
- The register’s criteria take the specialist element into account.
- AFM mediators must demonstrate experience in both mediation and the conduct of personal injury and clinical negligence cases.
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), the Forum of Insurance Lawyers (FOIL), and the Motor Accident Solicitors Society (MASS) do not always agree, but they do on some things, one example being the new APIL, FOIL, MASS (AFM) Register of Mediators. The register is the outcome of a collaborative project and provides, as a membership benefit, access to mediators who meet objective criteria. The criteria are designed to meet the needs of the paying and receiving parties in personal injury and clinical negligence claims, and their legal teams.
What is the AFM Register?
The register comprises:
- a website that provides AFM members (and mediators) with information about the register. The URL is http://afmregisterofmediators.org.uk and is accessible by all; and
- a private online register that provides members with details of personal injury and clinical negligence mediators
