Mediation- ADR

Our team of experienced attorneys brings over 20 years of expertise in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation, amicable expertise and Dispute Boards. We offer assistance in contract negotiation and drafting of dispute resolution clauses, as well as expert guidance in setting up and managing alternative dispute resolution procedures in accordance with the adopted strategy.

Drawing on our extensive knowledge and understanding of these dispute resolution tools, our team has developed a set of guidelines aimed at improving risk management and optimising outcomes for your company.

Preparation for mediation, amicable expertise, and Dispute Boards. It is a vital step in ensuring the success of alternative dispute resolution methods. Our team, trained in Early Case Assessment, offers assistance in preparing and conducting meetings to analyse the strengths and weaknesses of your case, as well as identify the Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA). We bring together all relevant stakeholders to determine the most effective negotiation strategy for your company.

Support during the mediation procedure, amicable expertise, and Dispute Boards. It is a pivotal element of our services. Based on our experience, the initial phase of identifying and clarifying claims and positions between parties to mediation or other alternative dispute resolution processes is crucial and usually requires an entire day. Therefore, we always conduct an assessment at the end of this first phase to determine the potential for success and the viability of continuing the process.

Deal mediation. At our firm, we provide this specialised service known as deal mediation, specifically designed for international contracts. We have a team of multicultural mediators who are skilled in resolving legal and intercultural misunderstandings that often cause delays in negotiations. Our mediators are adept at facilitating agreements between parties and helping them reach mutually satisfactory outcomes.

Dispute assessment. Our assessment of disputes service provides a comprehensive evaluation of your current disputes, analysing their chances of success and the appropriateness of pursuing a settlement. This intervention allows our team to review the existing strategy in order to optimise your company’s economic results and reduce risk provisions, taking a fresh and strategic approach to resolving disputes.

FIDIC and UNCITRAL Conciliation. Our team of experienced attorneys is well-versed in the rules and procedures of both FIDIC and UNCITRAL. We provide support in preparing and formatting your requests and submissions, as well as in your meetings with the conciliator and the execution of his decision. In case of persistent disagreement between the parties, we assist in all negotiations following the conciliator’s decision, including the drafting of a settlement agreement or the initiation and conduct of arbitration proceedings.

Contract Management. Our team of attorneys and legal experts is equipped to handle complex contracts and alternative dispute resolution methods. We work closely with your operational and internal legal teams to establish a robust methodology for monitoring contracts, enabling early identification of performance difficulties and referral to an Escalation Process. This contractual procedure significantly reduces the risk of damage to the relationship with your strategic partners and of potential litigation.

Mediation of Serial Disputes. As an alternative to lengthy and costly litigation, we offer a platform for out of court resolution of customer complaints, aiming to efficiently and expeditiously address any disputes while keeping costs under control.

Recent cases:

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    ICC mediation in relation to the failure of negotiations in a post-acquisition dispute involving a bank in the Democratic Republic of Congo;
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    FIDIC conciliation procedure in relation to a contract for the construction of a power plant in Benin;
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    Mediation procedure under the CMAP rules in relation to a complex, multi-party dispute in the health sector.
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