Matthew Marsh

Matthew was outstanding as a mediator. He was empathetic and spot on in the way he dealt with the individuals involved in what was an emotionally charged day. He skilfully guided the process to a successful conclusion with his experience and ‘can do’ approach. His strong underlying understanding of the law and many years as a judge added to his impressive effectiveness. A top-class mediator!
Senior Chancery Barrister
Matthew is an extremely composed and reassuring person … We were extremely impressed and pleased with all his efforts and would not hesitate to recommend him.
Partner, National Law Firm
Matthew is one of those few mediators who combines gravitas, personability and reliable legal insight. In my experience few mediators possess all three … Matthew is on my very short list of mediators I propose.
Partner, City Law Firm
We were impressed by (Matthew's) skill in managing the mediation with professionalism and impartiality. In particular, we appreciated how effectively (he) identified the key issues and provided clear and constructive guidance throughout. (He) ensured that time was managed efficiently and discussions remained focused and productive."
Partner, National Law Firm

Overview

Matthew qualified as a solicitor in 1977 and practised with London law firms in domestic and international business disputes and commercial property cases.

He became a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators in 1992 and in 1996 obtained a Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration. He sat regularly as sole arbitrator in domestic and international arbitrations and conducted arbitrations for parties under a variety of rules including ICC and LCIA.

In 2002 he was appointed as a Recorder.

In 2012 he became a Chancery Master and Chief Master in 2014. He has recently retired from that role although continues to sit as a Deputy Chancery Master. Matthew has experience in the full range of work conducted in the Chancery Division including business disputes, banking, professional negligence, real estate, trusts and probate.

Matthew has wide experience in dispute resolution as a solicitor acting for parties in mediations. He set up the Chancery Financial Dispute Resolution procedure in the Chancery Division which uses a mix of facilitation and evaluation. While he was Chief Master he conducted Chancery FDRs in a range of cases.

Matthew is an accredited mediator.

In 2015 he was appointed an Honorary Bencher of Gray’s Inn.

Matthew has recently (June 2026) been appointed as an “Assistant Deemster” in the Isle of Man, the equivalent of a Deputy High Court judge. The appointment is for 5 years.

He is available to accept appointments as a sole arbitrator or as a member of a panel.