Mediation FAQs

Q1: What is commercial mediation in the UAE?
A1: A confidential, voluntary process where an accredited neutral helps parties
    reach a binding settlement. Recognised across DIFC, ADGM and mainland; DIAC
    offers institutional mediation under its 2023 Rules.

Q2: When should we choose mediation instead of arbitration or litigation?
A2: It resolves disputes in weeks rather than months/years, preserves the
    commercial relationship, and keeps the matter off the public record.

Q3: Is a mediated settlement enforceable in the UAE?
A3: Yes. Mediated settlements can be recorded as consent awards or court
    judgments and are enforceable across DIFC, ADGM and mainland courts. The UAE
    is a Singapore Convention signatory.

Q4: Who at ATB Legal will mediate or represent us?
A4: Asha Treesa Bejoy — FCIArb and CEDR-accredited mediator, with cross-border
    UAE-India mediation experience. The team also acts as mediation counsel at
    DIAC, the DIFC mediation tribunal, and ad-hoc proceedings.