What others say
Doug is a practising barrister, a nationally accredited mediator, trained conciliator, and experienced company director and public administrator and facilitator. He is highly regarded for his ability talk and listen to anyone and everyone with respect, and for being able to cut to the real issues in dispute.
But don't just take our word for it. Here's what a few of our colleagues have to say about Doug.
"a preferred mediator in commercial disputes"
I was counsel in two recent mediations where Doug Shirrefs was mediator and both disputes were resolved. One dispute concerned contaminated stock feed and the other a shareholder dispute involving the valuation of shares and complex inter personal differences.
As a mediator, experienced barrister, economist, corporate leader and by his people skills, Doug assisted the parties to reach resolution in a calm, structured but relaxed way. He listened. His input was measured and insightful without being forceful. I will continue to provide Doug’s name (amongst others) as a preferred mediator in commercial disputes and in particular, agribusiness disputes.
Margo Harris | Barrister, Mediator, Fellow UNCCA
"I strongly recommend Douglas Shirrefs"
I strongly recommend Douglas Shirrefs as a mediator.
It is my experience of Douglas as a mediator that he has the combination of requisite skills necessary to assist parties resolve their disputes in a structured, respectful and timely manner. These skills are not only legal but include interpersonal, commercial and practical ones that Douglas acquired over many years in industry before embarking on a career in the law and being called to the bar.
Brian J. McCullagh | Owen Dixon Chambers West
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