How Most Civil Disputes Are Settled Without Court
The vast majority of civil disputes settle without a Court or Tribunal having to make a decision. Avoiding the time, expense, and stress of lengthy litigation is obviously preferable. So, how is this best achieved?
The first method involves negotiation between the parties’ legal representatives, usually after one party’s solicitor sends a letter of demand. If negotiation fails to resolve the dispute, several alternative dispute resolution methods are available. The most popular of these is mediation.
What Is Mediation?
Mediation is a process where an independent mediator facilitates a face-to-face meeting. The mediator helps the parties identify the issues in dispute and develop options to reach an agreement. Importantly, the mediator does not make a decision but guides the parties towards a mutually acceptable outcome.
Mediation works because each party can express their views on both legal and non-legal issues. It generally has about an 80% success rate.
Need Help Resolving a Dispute?
If you’re facing a civil dispute, consider mediation as a cost-effective and efficient option. Contact A. S. Laumberg today for expert advice on dispute resolution tailored to your situation.