ADR vs Court in Kenya: Choosing the Right Path for Your Dispute

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Not every dispute belongs in a courtroom. Arbitration, mediation, and structured negotiation resolve a large share of commercial disagreements in Kenya , often faster, privately, and on terms the parties help design. The skill is knowing which path a particular dispute should take. What is alternative dispute resolution? Negotiation , direct, structured discussion between the … Read more

Private Mediation and Court-Annexed Mediation Compared

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Kenyan parties can mediate in two settings: privately, on their own initiative, or through court-annexed mediation after a case is filed. Neither route is inherently the better one. Each fits different situations, and the differences are mostly practical, so it helps to understand the mechanics of both before choosing deliberately rather than by default. What … Read more

What Is Mediation and How Does It Work in Kenya?

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When a commercial disagreement or a property row will not resolve itself, going to court is not the only route. Mediation offers a structured, private way for parties to settle their differences with the help of a neutral third party. This article explains what mediation involves in Kenya, who mediates, and what to expect from … Read more

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