Doug Richards, PhD

I’m Doug Richards, an Accredited/Registered Civil & Commercial Mediator based in Edinburgh. I’m here to help people find calm, fair and lasting solutions when life or business becomes difficult…

Conflict can be exhausting — it eats up time, money, and peace of mind. That’s where mediation comes in. It’s a calm, structured conversation guided by a neutral professional, helping everyone move from tension to resolution. It’s not about winning or losing; it’s about understanding, rebuilding trust, and moving forward…

Unlike litigation — which can drag on for months or even years — mediation is swift, affordable, and remarkably effective. Most mediations reach agreement within a single day, and around 70% settle there and then. Mediation saves time, stress, and money — but more importantly, it restores control to the people involved. You decide the outcome, not a courtroom…

As your mediator, I bring empathy, structure, and a steady hand to help you navigate those prickly moments in life and find a way through. Whether it’s a business disagreement or civil dispute, I’m here to help you reach clarity and resolution — quickly, confidentially, and with respect…

Please email: hello@thistlemediation.com or give me a phone: 07545 376 457 to have a free chat about the problems you’re facing and how I can solve them.

For life’s prickly moments, pick Thistle Mediation.

www.thistlemediation.com