Introduction Common mistakes in mandatory mediation applications in Turkey can lead to serious procedural consequences, including dismissal of a lawsuit, loss of time, additional costs, disputes concerning the scope of the final report and, in some cases, difficulty protecting limitation or forfeiture periods. Mandatory mediation is not merely an informal settlement meeting. It is a […]
Introduction Good faith in Turkish mediation is one of the most important principles affecting the credibility, efficiency and fairness of the mediation process. Although mediation is based on voluntary decision-making and no party can be forced to conclude a settlement, participation in mediation should not be reduced to a purely formal appearance intended only to […]
Introduction Mediation clauses in commercial contracts in Turkey are increasingly used by companies seeking to resolve contractual disputes quickly, confidentially and without immediately commencing litigation or arbitration. A mediation clause is a contractual provision requiring or encouraging the parties to attempt mediation when a dispute arises. It may appear in supply, distribution, franchise, construction, technology, […]
Introduction The legal status and responsibilities of mediators in Turkey are governed primarily by Law No. 6325 on Mediation in Civil Disputes, the Regulation on the Law on Mediation in Civil Disputes, the Turkish Mediators’ Code of Ethics and the administrative rules issued by the Mediation Department of the Ministry of Justice. A mediator is […]
Introduction Mediation in family business and inheritance-related commercial disputes in Turkey provides family shareholders, company managers, founders, spouses, heirs and next-generation family members with a confidential and flexible method of resolving conflicts that may otherwise threaten both the business and the family relationship. A family-owned company is not merely an investment. It may represent the […]
Introduction Mediation in logistics, transportation and cargo disputes in Turkey provides carriers, freight forwarders, logistics companies, cargo operators, warehouse businesses, senders, consignees, importers, exporters and insurance companies with a confidential and commercially flexible method of resolving disputes arising from the movement, storage and delivery of goods. Modern logistics operations rarely involve only one carrier and […]
Introduction Mediation in tourism, hotel and travel disputes in Turkey provides tourists, hotel guests, tour operators, travel agencies, accommodation businesses, transport providers and tourism investors with a confidential and flexible method of resolving disputes arising from holidays, hotel stays, package tours, reservations and related travel services. Turkey is one of the world’s major tourism destinations […]
Introduction Mediation in healthcare and medical service disputes in Turkey offers patients, private hospitals, physicians, dentists, clinics, medical centres, laboratories, healthcare companies and insurers an opportunity to resolve private-law disputes through a confidential and negotiated process. Healthcare disputes are among the most sensitive legal conflicts because they involve not only financial loss but also physical […]
Introduction Mediation in e-commerce and digital consumer disputes in Turkey provides consumers, online sellers, service providers, electronic marketplace operators and payment-related businesses with an opportunity to resolve disputes arising from online transactions without relying exclusively on lengthy court proceedings. The rapid growth of electronic commerce has changed the way consumers purchase goods, subscribe to services, […]
Introduction Mediation in franchise and distribution agreement disputes in Turkey offers franchisors, franchisees, manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, dealers and commercial agents a confidential and flexible method of resolving disagreements arising from long-term commercial relationships. Franchise and distribution agreements are generally designed to continue for several years. The parties often make substantial investments in premises, personnel, stock, […]