Mediation
Not every dispute is best resolved in court or before an arbitral tribunal. When parties wish to preserve a business relationship, remain in control of the outcome, or reach a swift and confidential solution, mediation can offer a focused and effective alternative. As a structured and voluntary process facilitated by a neutral third party, mediation enables the parties themselves — rather than a judge or arbitrator — to shape a mutually acceptable resolution.
Expertise
Mediators within the firm
Several of our lawyers have completed formal mediation training and act as sworn or accredited mediators. They combine legal precision and dispute-resolution experience with the independence, neutrality and practical judgement required to guide parties through complex negotiations.
Mediation combined with other procedures
Mediation can stand alone or be combined with arbitration or litigation, including in Med-Arb, Arb-Med and Arb-Med-Arb procedures. It may also be conducted under institutional frameworks such as the Swiss Rules of Mediation. We advise clients on selecting the most suitable process, structuring mediation efficiently, and drafting dispute-resolution clauses that keep consensual settlement options open.
Experience
Areas of application
We support parties in mediation across a broad range of disputes, including commercial and contractual matters, corporate, shareholder and partnership disagreements, construction and real estate disputes, employment and workplace conflicts, inheritance and succession matters, as well as family and matrimonial disputes.
