PRACTICE AREA 07

Alternative dispute resolution

Court proceedings are not the only route for resolving a commercial disagreement. Depending on the contract, the parties’ choices and the nature of the dispute, arbitration, mediation or conciliation may offer a different process for addressing the issues.

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Resolve the dispute
with purpose.

Court proceedings are not the only way to address a dispute. Where the contract, subject matter and parties make it suitable, negotiation, mediation, conciliation or arbitration may provide a more focused route.

The firm’s published scope includes advice on arbitration clauses, negotiation and settlement, mediation, conciliation and representation in arbitration proceedings.

Negotiation, mediation
or arbitration.

The right process depends on the dispute, the wording of any agreement, the urgency of the issue and what the parties need the outcome to achieve.

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Arbitration

Advice and representation in arbitration where the parties have chosen or agreed to submit their dispute to that process.

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Mediation and conciliation

Support for structured discussions intended to help parties explore settlement with the assistance of a neutral facilitator.

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Commercial relationship disputes

Dispute resolution support for disagreements arising from ongoing business relationships, contracts and commercial dealings.

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Choosing a process

Consideration of the contract, the issues in dispute, the parties’ preferences, likely costs, convenience and the form of outcome sought.

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Negotiation and settlement

Preparation for discussions, clarification of the client’s priorities and support in evaluating proposed settlement terms.

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Agreed outcomes

Advice on the implications of a resolution and the importance of understanding the final decision or settlement reached.

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Share the context

Tell us what has happened, what you need to decide and any dates or documents that matter.

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Understand the position

We review the relevant facts and explain the issues, options and points that need attention.

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Agree the next steps

We discuss a suitable scope of work and what action, documentation or representation may follow.

Information on this page is general and does not constitute legal advice. Contact the firm to discuss the facts of your matter.

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