SPECIALITIES
Voluntary out-of-court procedure to settle conflicts
Parties select their mediator completely freely and without legal guidance
Mediator is completely neutral, independent, and supports finding a solution
Mediation procedure is very flexible and individual
Maximum confidentiality and secrecy
Target is a long-term solution and a comprehensive balance of interests
Parties determine themselves the outcome of the mediation
AREAS OF APPLICATION
In principle all kind of conflicts and contrary interests
High values in dispute, liabilities, and procedural risks
Very sensitive and confidential disputes
Complex and difficult cases
Lack of evidence respectively difficult presentation of evidence
Conflicts and contrary interests not being solvable by court proceeding
ADVANTAGES
Saving valuable business relations
Mediation is usually much more inexpensive than a court trial
Mediation usually lasts much shorter than a court trial