About Resolution Point
Specialized ADR firm dedicated to professional, impartial, and efficient dispute resolution.
Resolution Point is a specialized Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) firm dedicated to providing professional, impartial, and efficient arbitration and mediation services. We focus on resolving complex disputes through expert intervention, helping parties reach definitive outcomes without the exhaustive delays and costs of traditional litigation.
The firm is led by Mark Patterton, a highly qualified legal professional with over 20 years of experience in the South African legal landscape.
A Foundation of Legal Excellence
An Admitted Attorney since 2004, Mark holds the right of appearance in the High Court. His career is built on a deep academic and practical foundation, including an LLB and a Diploma Juris from the University of South Africa (Unisa).
Throughout his two decades in practice, Mark has gained extensive experience in both the High Court and Magistrates Court, specifically handling:
Commercial & Delictual Disputes
Navigating complex business and civil liability matters.
Contractual Expertise
Specialized experience in the drafting, interpretation, and litigation of contracts.
Family Law
Extensive involvement in sensitive divorce and maintenance matters.
Specialized ADR Credentials
Recognising the shift toward Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mark has earned top-tier accreditations to serve as a neutral third party in both arbitration and mediation:
Arbitration
Fellow of the Association of Arbitrators SA (FA Arb), a Recognised Mediation Organisation as per the High Court Directive. This qualification ensures arbitrations are conducted with the highest degree of legal rigor and finality.
Mediation
Accredited Civil & Commercial Mediator through Mediation Pan Africa. His mediation practice is rooted in facilitating constructive dialogue to reach mutually acceptable agreements.
Niche Expertise: Sports Law
Beyond traditional civil and commercial law, Mark brings unique expertise to the field of Sports Law, holding a Sports Management Diploma from the London Business & Management School, and a certificate from the University of Cape Town (UCT). This allows Resolution Point to offer specialized dispute resolution services tailored to the unique regulatory and contractual needs of the sporting industry.
Our ADR Focus Areas
Arbitration: Professional adjudication for commercial and private disputes.
Commercial & Corporate Mediation: Resolving business conflicts and corporate law matters.
Family & Divorce Mediation: Sensitive resolution of divorce and maintenance disputes.
Court-Annexed & Civil Mediation: Facilitating mediation processes required by High Court directives.
Ready to Resolve Your Dispute?
Contact Resolution Point today for a confidential consultation. Let us help you find the most effective path to conflict resolution.