About
About the Mediator
Peter Callaghan
A positive outcome depends not just on the willingness of both parties to come to an agreement, but also the ability of the mediator to facilitate, remain neutral, and to build rapport to reach that outcome.
As an accredited mediator, Peter Callaghan’s approach to mediation is to ensure impartially is established so that one party will be able to work with another party to reach a mutually beneficial outcome.
Peter believes that collaborative meetings that help both sides express concerns and reach an agreeable solution usually save time, money and allow for flexible, creative problem solving.
His goal in every session is to enable each party to get their point across and that concerns about how they feel are expressed and understood. Peter’s strengths ensure you will be guided through the issues to facilitate a mutual understanding; this is done with genuine concern and empathy.
Peter has often been called to intervene in disputes between individuals in strata and community schemes that have been long running and assist in bringing resolution for all parties in a fair and balanced manner.
He has managed and assisted thousands of Owners Corporations in negotiating their way through complex strata or community title issues whilst bringing his professional knowledge and expertise to the discussion, enabling the parties to reach amicable and workable solutions.
Working with Peter
“Peter’s knowledge, experience and his outstanding communication skills make him both a pleasure to work with, but also a skilled communicator. He listens well, explores issues in depth, seeks opinions and provides a clear perspective that enables effective dialogue between the parties that supports everyone involved to move forward.
I was struck by the depth of his expanse knowledge and the ease and authority which he facilitated conversations in a difficult meeting. He was able to gather relevant information about the issues at hand and his ethical approach towards guiding the parties representing competing interest.
Peter demonstrated both the patience and ability to listen with understanding and a keen desire to help the opposing parties reach amicable resolutions whilst preserving cordial relationships.
I have no hesitation in recommending him as a mediator, his skills and knowledge enable effective conflict resolution.“
Jai Waters
Chair, Nautilus Strata Committee 2021-2022
Registered Psychologist – MAPS, AHPRA 3339258923
“I have always found Peter honest, reliable and discreet.
When working with Peter, he was able to inject a fair and balanced opinion on matters. He was not averse to using humour with a good measure of patience and understanding, to make his point, obtain the cooperation of parties or otherwise lighten the atmosphere where necessary.
His skills in people management ably assist him in any mediation setting. I have always found him very easy to work with and found his ethical values to be of the highest calibre.
Peter has all the attributes of an excellent mediator and ability to offer excellent mediation services.“
Victoria Hartstein
Barrister
“”Due to Peter’s intimate working knowledge of the strata legislation and strata meeting procedures, he was able to co-ordinate and guide the needs of all lot owners with professionalism and impartiality.
He has demonstrated strong ethical values and the ability to assist competing interests to reach a mutually agreeable decision between themselves.
He has the patience, education and mediation training to keep you focused on creative problem-solving.
I fully endorse his ability to guide you through the rough waters of mediation.”
Alun Leslie Hill
Barrister-at-Law