Alternative Dispute Resolution – Mediation In Cyprus

Disputes may be resolved without seeking recourse at court. Alternative dispute resolution methods may, in such a case, assist to resolve a dispute if parties are unable to resolve it. One of the techniques available is mediation.

Mediation may be initiated voluntarily by the parties; it may be ordered by a court or may be prescribed by law. As a process, mediation is a structured and flexible procedure whereby two or more parties attempt to resolve a dispute among them, with the assistance of a neutral and qualified third party, who is called the mediator. The mediator actively assists the parties to reach an agreement without formally expressing an opinion regarding any solution that is proposed. The whole process is governed by confidentiality and confidentiality binds all parties participating in the process. Mediation is often a faster and more cost effective than ordinary court proceedings. Mediation may also explore more creative solutions to resolve a