Out-of-Court Assistance

Not every problem needs a courtroom to be solved. The solution can come earlier — through targeted advice, a dialogue between the parties, a well-drafted document. When a dispute arises — whether between private individuals, companies, professionals or entities — the judicial route is not the only path available. If those involved are placed in a position to cooperate, it is possible to reach a concrete, effective and satisfactory solution, even before proceedings commence, to the point that litigation will not even be necessary.

Consider, for example, a company that needs to resolve a dispute with one of its suppliers, but without disrupting the existing business relationship; a private individual seeking protection for a breach of contract; or a couple in crisis who prefer an agreement over a lawsuit.

The out-of-court process is not merely a possibility. In certain cases, the legislature has provided that a mandatory attempt at preventive conciliation outside of court must be made, through two specific tools: mediation and the assisted negotiation procedure. For instance, mediation is mandatory in the areas of leases, inheritance, condominium disputes, medical or healthcare liability damages, banking and insurance contracts and many other matters. Assisted negotiation is instead mandatory for compensation claims arising from vehicle and watercraft accidents and for payment claims up to €50,000.00.

So, if when a legal problem arises many people immediately think of a lawsuit, the reality is quite different: there is a concrete possibility — and, in some cases, an obligation to attempt — to avoid litigation where the parties, adequately informed and supported, are able to reach an agreement out of court.

In this regard, the law firm of Avv. Federico Loreggian offers its expertise and professionalism at every stage of the out-of-court process, including:

• Drafting and review of contracts.
• Issuing formal notices and letters of demand.
• Legal opinions on specific cases.
• Mediation and assisted negotiation procedures.
• Settlement agreements between the parties.

The Firm offers out-of-court assistance throughout Italy, with a strong presence in the provinces of Venice and Padua. If you are facing a difficulty, the first step could very well be the search for targeted advice. Contact the Firm for a personalised assessment.