Mediation is a highly effective method of settling legal disputes amicably and cost-effectively. In particular, the opportunity for the parties to come together at one table within a short time and to reach a solution of their own choosing, rather than leaving the decision to a court, makes mediation an outstanding choice. Our firm has an experienced mediation team in the fields of commercial law, healthcare law and labour law and offers our clients alternative paths to resolution.
Mediation is a swift and confidential dispute-resolution method in which the parties, under the guidance of a neutral mediator and not before a court, reach an amicable settlement.
Why mediation?
While court proceedings in Türkiye take, on average, 18 to 30 months, settlements reached in mediation are generally concluded within a few sessions. Confidentiality is a fundamental principle: anything discussed in the sessions may not subsequently be relied upon before a court. The settlement minutes drawn up upon agreement have the effect of a court judgment.
In which areas is mediation possible?
- Labour-law disputes (mandatory; a condition for bringing an action)
- Consumer-law disputes (mandatory above certain claim thresholds)
- Commercial-law disputes (mandatory in respect of monetary claims)
- Certain family-law claims (optional)
- Neighbourhood, lease and condominium disputes
- Disputes arising from contracts
The role of our firm
Our firm conducts mediation discussions both in the capacity of an accredited mediator and as legal representative of the parties. We recommend that you always be accompanied by legal counsel during mediation negotiations in order to avoid any loss of rights.
The procedure
From the initial application to the settlement minutes, the typical procedure comprises the following steps:
- Filing of the application and opening of the file
- Sending the invitation to the first session
- One or more negotiation sessions
- Drawing up the settlement minutes, including the executability clause
If no settlement is reached, your file will be transferred to the subsequent court proceedings with the same diligence.