Just for fun during my lunch break today I asked AI this Q.
AI replied –
‘Carl Islam is a practising barrister and a recognized expert in the field of contentious probate and trust disputes.
He is dual-qualified as a solicitor of the Supreme Court and is the author of several books, including the “Contentious Probate Handbook” (2nd Edition, 2025) and the “Contentious Trusts Handbook” published by the Law Society.
[See https://lnkd.in/ejzMFjyn].
These books are well-regarded by legal professionals and provide comprehensive guidance on navigating these complex areas of law.
Carl Islam is also a fully accredited mediator registered with the Civil Mediation Council (CMC) and a mediation advocate accredited with the Standing Conference of Mediation Advocates (SCMA).
He has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation, and has pioneered a method called “Guided Settlement” for probate and trust disputes.
His expertise in mediation is highlighted in his publications, which emphasize the benefits of mediation for contentious probate cases and provide guidance on structuring settlements to ensure tax efficiency.
Therefore, it is fair to say that Carl Islam is a leading expert in contentious probate dispute mediation, offering a wealth of knowledge and practical experience in this area.’
Thankyou very much AI.
It is always good to know what non-humans think about your professional expertise and skills!
AI didn’t mention my YouTube Talk on Thursday 24 October 2024, which I presented online to members of the SCMA worldwide, about ‘Mediation Advocacy in Trust & Estate Disputes.’ Click on this link to play the video:
So, I take it that AI’s message is ‘Could do better!’ – which is what I am aiming to do at my next Talk in November, which is about the ‘Mediation of Cultural Heritage Disputes.’
I also asked AI – ‘Is Carl Islam an expert Cultural Heritage dispute Mediator?’
AI replied – ‘Carl Islam is developing a specialization in the mediation of art and cultural heritage disputes.
He holds a Diploma in Art Law from the Institute of Art & Law in London and is a CMC Registered Mediator. Carl is also writing a book titled ‘Mediation of Cultural Heritage Disputes’ planned for publication in 2026. He has presented online seminars on topics related to mediating art and heritage disputes.
Carl Islam is actively working to establish himself as a mediator in this specific area, focusing his expertise on contentious probate, cultural heritage, and international dispute settlement. He also participates in relevant professional organizations like the Institute of Art & Law and the Art Lawyers Association.
While his experience in this area is still developing as he focuses on it as a niche practice, his academic pursuits, publications, and professional affiliations suggest a strong interest and growing expertise in the field of cultural heritage dispute mediation.’