Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Representation before Nigerian courts in commercial, civil and property disputes.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mediation, arbitration and negotiated settlement as an alternative to litigation.
Not every dispute needs to go to court. Lins Chambers advises on and represents clients in mediation, arbitration and negotiated settlement where these routes offer a faster or more suitable path to resolution.
What this practice covers
- Mediation representation
- Arbitration, domestic and where applicable international
- Negotiated settlement
- Drafting dispute resolution clauses in contracts
Typical matters
- Representing a client in mediation
- Advising on or conducting arbitration proceedings
- Negotiating a settlement to avoid litigation
- Drafting an arbitration or mediation clause for a contract
Who this service is for
Parties who want to resolve a dispute without the time and cost of full litigation, and businesses that want dispute resolution clauses built into their contracts from the outset.
How Lins Chambers can assist
We advise on whether mediation or arbitration suits a particular dispute, and represent clients through the process where it does.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
It often is, though this depends on the complexity of the dispute and the arbitration process agreed by the parties.
Yes. Attempting mediation does not remove the option of litigation if a resolution is not reached.
Related
Related Practice Areas
Corporate & Commercial Law
Company formation, governance, contracts and commercial transactions for businesses operating in and from Nigeria.
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Book a consultation and describe your matter, and we will advise on the right next step.