CEDR (Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution) meaning

CEDR (Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution) is a leading independent adr provider used by solicitors, counsel and courts to arrange and administer civil and commercial mediations and other ADR processes. It is not a statutory body and the term is not defined in legislation or case law; it is a widely used descriptor of the organisation and its services. In practice, parties use CEDR for mediator appointment, case management and practical support for party-agreed or court‑referred mediation, including facilities, timetabling and model documents. CEDR is frequently referenced in court guides and judicial commentary as a reliable source of mediators and ADR expertise. CEDR also trains and assesses mediators. Those who successfully complete its assessment are CEDR accredited, a widely recognised mediator accreditation standard across the UK and Ireland. Usage and recognition are broadly consistent in England & Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland, although local procedural rules on mediation and costs sanctions vary by jurisdiction. CEDR’s panel includes mediators experienced in cross‑border and sector‑specific disputes. Website: www.cedr.com