Many are adept negotiators in daily life and in business but require help when negotiating a commercial dispute. 

Mediation is a more structured method than simply negotiating settlement of a dispute. It is assisted negotiation.

The risk is massively reduced and you can more accurately budget for the reduced expense of bringing a claim.

The meeting was suggested by one of the solicitors with the stated intent that all four should focus on a means of resolving the dispute that had arisen between family members involving their business interests.