Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution method often used to resolve disputes between two parties. In this method, the parties try to resolve their problems by applying to a mediator, an independent third party. The mediator facilitates communication between the parties, analyzes the problems, and helps the parties reach a compromise. Mediation can provide a faster, cheaper and more amicable resolution than court proceedings. Therefore, mediation is becoming increasingly popular in many countries. Our law firm works with experienced mediators who specialize both as party attorneys and in a neutral position in disputes between the parties. Additionally, disputes are resolved at TOBBUYUM mediation centres.

Mediation has many advantages:

1. Faster Resolution: Mediation is generally faster than the court process. Mediation sessions may last shorter, and if the parties agree, the agreement can be implemented immediately.
2. More Economical: Mediation is generally less costly. Court costs are saved and the mediation process requires less time and money.
3. More Flexible: The mediation process can focus more on the needs and interests of the parties. It can provide a more flexible solution compared to the court process.
4. Friendlier: The mediation process can provide a more amicable environment between the parties. Instead of mutual accusations and hostility as in the court process, cooperation and compromise are encouraged in the mediation process.
5. Control: Parties have more control over determining the terms of the agreement and making the final decision. Instead of a decision being made by a judge in court, the parties make their own agreement.
6. Private and Confidential: The mediation process is more confidential and private compared to the court process. Sensitive information of the parties generally does not become public.
7. Consensus Oriented: Mediation aims to achieve compromise and cooperation between the parties. This can make relationships less damaged and future disputes easier to resolve.

These benefits make mediation a preferred method of resolving various disputes.

Disputes that may require mediation generally arise in private law areas. Some common types of disputes may include:

• Commercial Disputes: Commercial disputes such as contract violations between businesses, supplier-customer disputes, partnership disputes.
• Labor Disputes: Includes issues such as disputes between employees in the workplace, dismissals, and wage demands.
• Family Law Disputes: Domestic disputes such as divorce, property division, custody, alimony.
• Neighborhood Disputes: Disputes between neighbors involving issues such as property boundaries, noise, and tree cutting.
• Insurance Disputes: Disputes with insurance companies arising from insurance policies.
• Real Estate Disputes: Disputes related to real estate such as real estate ownership, lease agreements, mortgages.
• Consumer Disputes: Disputes between consumers and sellers arising from products or services.

These are some of the common areas where mediation can be used, but each dispute situation may be different and mediation may not be appropriate depending on the situation for an appropriate resolution.