Mediation with property solicitor

[Dulwichlass]

Hi, over the last few years, I have had a problems with my joint freeholder. For the last 15 years there has been roof leaks and we had some repairs done around 2016 but I got another leak a few years ago. Instead of investing money in a new roof or RICS survey, the joint freeholder is trying to force me to pay for non-essential work in hallway (tiling, new door and repainting) which will come to approximately £3K via Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenants Act 1985. We keep going around in circles and I want to suggest a mediator again (ideally with a property solicitor). Key reason I am wanting to work with a lawyer is my joint freeholder is also solicitor, so needs to be someone who has expertise of leases. I have proposed a managing agent for maintenance for the building or a declaration of trust but they wont agree, so we are unable to move forward. We are just two flats in one house and trust has completely broken down. I think they are trying to make life so difficult that I sell, so they can do an extension. I love my flat and I am not in a situation where I can move. Can anyone suggest a mediator that can help us find some common ground? Any advice welcome and DM if you prefer. 

Edited 22 hours ago by Dulwichlass

[Angelina]

google 'legal mediation services property dispute" and look at the services available 

[Dulwichlass]

Thanks but if someone could recommend a property solicitor who does mediation that would be better. If I am going to pay for this service, I would prefer if someone local used them and found them helpful. I cant be the only person who has had problems agreeing maintenance with joint freeholder in East Dulwich. Google searches will probably be a last resort 

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[womanofdulwich]

https://www.lease-advice.org/ this may be a good starting point 

[Dulwichlass]

thanks and I have got some advice from them and I will ask about their mediators. I think the couple are more likely to agree if the mediator is in East Dulwich though

[alice]

Mediators only work when there are good intentions on both sides as their agreements are not enforceable. That might be different if  the mediator is also a solicitor.