Phillip features in the top bands of both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. The current editions of the directories state:
Legal 500 2022
A full-time, independent mediator since 2005, Phillip is ‘calm, persuasive and patient; he gains a good grasp of the dispute and effectively ensures that the parties concentrate on the key points that are dividing them, so that the issues can be narrowed and a settlement negotiated‘. Howell-Richardson has over 30 years’ experience in mediating the most complex cases in the UK and internationally; recent claims mediated have involved commercial contracts, banking and finance, fraud, insurance and professional negligence, as well as insolvency, oil and gas, property, IP, employment and environment claims.
Chambers & Partners 2022
Phillip Howell-Richardson of Independent Mediators operates a leading commercial mediation practice and has a formidable track record in handling banking and finance, insurance and professional negligence claims. He also possesses expertise in construction and energy cases.
“He is an absolute genius and is very good at getting both sides to agree a deal.” “Phillip commands respect from everyone – he quietly builds confidence in the process and dissipates any nerves.“
Who’s Who Legal: Mediation 2021
Listed as one of the World’s top mediators in this International Directory. Phillip Howell-Richardson gains widespread praise for his mediation practice. One source comments: “Phillip is the mediator who has most impressed me over the years – he is my go-to for most high-value disputes.” Phillip has an impressive profile in commercial disputes. He “is a highly impressive mediator,” “a top choice for commercial disputes” and “he always has the confidence of the parties.” Phillip has been listed in this directory since the first edition in 2011.