Peter Buxton K.C.
Mediator
About
I attended the University of British Columbia and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Philosophy. I then attended the Law School at U.B.C. and graduated in 1980 with a L.L.B (now J.D.). After completion of the articling program I was called to the Bar in British Columbia in 1981. Since that time I have been a partner in several law firms and have worked continuously as a trial lawyer in the Provincial Court of B.C., the Supreme Court of B.C. and the Court of Appeal of B.C. I have practiced in many areas of law, including personal injury litigation, criminal law, family law, estate litigation, corporate litigation, and labour law. I continue to have an interest in personal injury law (including ICBC) and estate and wills variation litigation.
I was appointed Queens Counsel in 2015 and I am a rostered member in good standing with Mediate B.C. I have been a practicing member of the Law Society of British Columbia since 1981. I am currently a member of the Canadian Bar Association, the Surrey Bar Association, and the New Westminster Bar Association.
My family and I live in the Lower Mainland of B.C. and in my spare time I enjoy photography, skiing and travel.
Fees and Policies
Since 2020, mediation format has changed for those of us doing this work. In-person mediations have given way to virtual online formats that can be more convenient and less expensive. But, online format lacks the direct contact and immediacy of in-person mediation. Some of my clients are content to stay with the online format to cut costs and accommodate those that live in a different community, but some want to return to face to face mediation. In-person, online virtual, or a hybrid of both, now it is your choice. I offer all three. Flexible mediation formats mean flexible fees. Now you can have the format you want at a flexible fee. Fees are charged per hour, or portion thereof, based upon the number of parties involved and the complexity of the matters. There is a three hour minimum.
For in-person mediations there is a 4 hour minimum but, travel fees are not charged if the site of the mediation is within 100 km of my office. For travel over 100 km a mileage fee of $ .50 per km is charged together with reasonable actual travel expenses. Online and in-person mediation services are available. Perhaps you need a combination of both or a hybrid. My team can meet your needs.
Notice of cancellation of a mediation must be given at least seven clear business days before the date set for the start of the mediation.
In-person, online or a hybrid of both, you choose the format. It is my pleasure to have my team work with yours to accommodate a smooth and effective mediation that meets your needs.
Scheduling
I am part of a group of experienced mediators who have retained the services of our own coordinators who will deal with all of the logistics of your mediation. They will tend to all of the scheduling, arranging of facilities, IT setup and any other concerns that you may have regarding the mediation.
Your support staff can use the calendar to the left to confirm availability and provide information to my scheduling team or, they can contact the scheduling team at (604)492-2690 or [email protected].
Thank you for your support, I appreciate your business.
Peter
Peter Buxton K.C. *
Member of the Mediate BC Civil Roster
- (604) 250-5709
- [email protected]
*Denotes a personal law corporation