S PAXMAN MEDIATIONS
Civil & Commercial Mediations throughout the UK, Bahamas & USA

About the Mediator: Sharon Paxman
Profile
Sharon Paxman is a globally respected mediator specializing in civil, commercial, and workplace disputes across The Bahamas, the USA, and the UK. Renowned for her ability to resolve the most complex conflicts with precision and professionalism, Sharon has built a reputation as one of the most effective mediators in the field.
With an illustrious career spanning over a decade in investment banking, Sharon held executive-level roles where she navigated high-stakes negotiations and managed intricate, multi-party transactions. Her exceptional leadership and analytical skills were recognized when she became the youngest-ever Executive Director of a leading London investment bank in 2010. This milestone reflects not only her strategic brilliance but also her determination to excel in demanding environments.
Sharon’s entrepreneurial achievements further distinguish her as a results-oriented professional. As a business owner and developer of award-winning products, she brings a pragmatic approach to every mediation, ensuring solutions are both actionable and sustainable.
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Sharon’s transition to mediation was a natural evolution, drawing on her extensive experience in law, finance, and psychology. She is celebrated for her empathetic, yet strategically incisive, approach to resolving disputes, offering clients a unique combination of analytical rigor, emotional intelligence, and unwavering commitment to achieving optimal outcomes. Her ability to facilitate constructive dialogue, even in highly contentious situations, sets her apart as a mediator who not only resolves disputes but also rebuilds relationships and fosters long-term collaboration.
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As a proud member of the Human Rights Lawyers Association and a certified civil and commercial mediator, Sharon is deeply committed to promoting fairness, justice, and equity in every mediation she undertakes. Her active involvement in professional organizations and her role as a signatory of the World Mediators Alliance on Climate Change Green Pledge demonstrate her dedication to ethical, forward-thinking practices that align with the highest professional standards.
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Areas of Expertise
Sharon’s vast expertise spans a wide array of disputes, including:
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Human Rights and Workplace Disputes: Addressing issues of discrimination, harassment, defamation, and breach of employment contracts.
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Commercial and Civil Disputes: Navigating landlord-tenant conflicts, debt recovery, and disputes within the financial and investment banking sectors.
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Professional Negligence: Resolving claims involving legal, financial, and other professional services.
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High-Stakes Multi-Party Mediations: Leveraging advanced negotiation techniques to manage complex, multi-faceted disputes.
Global Reach and Sustainability Commitment
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Operating at the nexus of three major markets—The Bahamas, the USA, and the UK—Sharon brings a global perspective to her mediation practice. She understands the cultural nuances and legal frameworks that shape disputes in different jurisdictions, ensuring her solutions are both locally relevant and internationally sound.
As a signatory of the World Mediators Alliance on Climate Change Green Pledge, Sharon actively champions sustainability. She prioritizes Zoom mediations, not only for their accessibility but also to reduce the environmental impact of in-person meetings. Her commitment to green practices reflects her broader ethos of fostering harmony, balance, and sustainability in all aspects of her work.
Professional Memberships
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Sharon’s dedication to excellence is further demonstrated through her affiliations with leading professional organizations:
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Human Rights Lawyers Association (HRLA)
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The Civil Mediation Council (CMC)
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The International Mediation Institute (IMI)
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Professional Negligence Lawyers Association (PNLA)
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Signatory of the World Mediators Alliance on Climate Change Green Pledge
Service Excellence
Whether mediating high-value commercial disputes, addressing workplace conflicts, or facilitating resolutions in human rights cases, Sharon’s approach is defined by her meticulous preparation, deep empathy, and unwavering focus on results. She is dedicated to providing an unparalleled standard of service, ensuring that every client feels supported, understood, and empowered throughout the mediation process.
Sharon Paxman is not just a mediator; she is a trusted advisor, a skilled negotiator, and a champion for resolution. Her ability to transform conflict into opportunity makes her an invaluable resource for individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking lasting solutions.
Civil and commercial mediation is a process where the mediator, assists disputing parties in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution. This method is used to resolve conflicts outside of court, offering several benefits:
Cost-Effective: Mediation is typically less expensive than litigation, as it avoids court fees, counsel expenses, and lengthy legal proceedings.
Time-Efficient: Mediation often resolves disputes quicker than traditional litigation, saving time and allowing parties to move forward with their lives or business operations sooner.
Confidentiality: Mediation proceedings are confidential, providing a private environment for parties to openly discuss their concerns without fear of public disclosure.
Control and Flexibility: Parties retain control over the outcome and have the flexibility to craft creative solutions that meet their specific needs and interests, rather than relying on a judge's decision.
Preservation of Relationships: Mediation focuses on fostering constructive communication and understanding, which can help preserve relationships between parties, especially important in commercial disputes where ongoing business relationships are at stake.
Mutually Beneficial Solutions: By collaborating to find mutually beneficial solutions, parties often feel more satisfied with the outcome compared to adversarial court rulings.
Legal Compliance: Agreements reached through mediation are legally binding and enforceable, providing a structured framework for future interactions between parties.
Overall, civil and commercial mediation offers a cost-effective, efficient, and collaborative approach to resolving disputes, empowering parties to maintain control over the outcome while preserving relationships and promoting mutual understanding.