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ARTICLE · 22 JULY 2026

How Can I Negotiate And Resolve My Dispute?

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Negotiation is the most common first step in resolving a business dispute, and it can be conducted with or without a lawyer depending on the value and complexity of the matter.

AustraliaAccounting and Audit
Sunayana Khandelwal
Sunayana Khandelwal
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  • Negotiation is the most common first step in resolving a business dispute, and it can be conducted with or without a lawyer depending on the value and complexity of the matter.
  • Before negotiating, identify the key issues in dispute, consider your best alternative to a negotiated agreement (BATNA), and keep discussions focused and unemotional.
  • If you reach a negotiated settlement, document the agreed terms in a Deed of Settlement prepared by a lawyer.
  • This article explains how Australian business owners can use negotiation to resolve commercial disputes before escalating to formal legal proceedings.
  • LegalVision, a commercial law firm specialising in advising clients on dispute resolution matters, outlines the practical steps and considerations involved in negotiating a commercial dispute.

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