I am a mediator trained to mediate all types of civil disputes. I have experience dealing with employment-related matters, human rights issues, claims of harassment, personal injury, commercial and contractual disputes including debt, strata, tenancy and other housing-related issues, and insurance coverage issues. I am a roster mediator for the BC Human Rights Tribunal, as well as at the Law Society of British Columbia for their fee mediation program.
I believe that mediation is empowering to those involved in it. I appreciate the opportunity to listen to each party, assist them in determining which issues are important to them, and finally assist them in reaching a resolution of some or all of those issues. The ability to have control over the outcome of a party's own dispute or issue leads to greater satisfaction with the eventual outcome.
In addition to my mediation practice, I am a lawyer at my own firm, Syer Law. I endeavor to take a practical approach with my clients, including encouraging early settlement and alternative dispute resolution. I believe it is generally in clients' best interests to resolve legal disputes without the need for protracted litigation. I also volunteer my time on various boards and committees, including being a board member for Mediate BC.
Outside of law and mediation, I am a regular participant in the theater community, both on the stage and behind the scenes. I am also an avid skier, photographer, and love to cook.
Websites:
Gastown Mediation ;
Syer Law