Mediation in Jordanian Civil and Commercial Disputes: When Is It Practical?

By Attorney Dr. Omar Shehadeh

Not every dispute requires a lengthy adversarial path. In some civil and commercial disputes, mediation can help parties reach a practical solution while preserving a relationship or reducing time and cost.

When is mediation suitable?

• When there is genuine willingness to negotiate.
• When preserving a commercial relationship matters.
• When disputed issues and documents can be identified clearly.
• When parties seek a private and structured resolution.

Preparing for mediation

Collect relevant contracts, correspondence, and accounts, then identify the best achievable result and the minimum acceptable outcome. A lawyer can help assess proposals and draft a settlement clearly.

Mediation is not suitable for every case. This is general information, not a substitute for an assessment of a live dispute.