Mediation and legal counsel: the role of the lawyer
Mediation comes in three forms — free, voluntary and judicial — each with distinct legal effects. The lawyer's task: to choose the path best suited to the client's interests.
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Articles, analyses and case studies on amicable dispute resolution methods in Belgium. By the co-chairs and the Mediation4U team.
Mediation comes in three forms — free, voluntary and judicial — each with distinct legal effects. The lawyer's task: to choose the path best suited to the client's interests.
From 2018 to 2026, Belgium multiplied reforms favouring amicable resolution, up to compulsory amicable settlement chambers. A review of an ambitious yet still underused framework.
A commercial lawsuit can cost far more than expected. Lawyer’s fees, bailiff costs, expert reports, appeal and lost time should be assessed before going to court.
hort version, ideal for the website and LinkedIn: Mediation is still often misunderstood. Here are five common misconceptions to better understand its purpose, framework and strength in conflict resolution.