What is the Mediation and Conciliation Centre and where is it located?
The Mediation and Conciliation Centre specialises in dealing with civil and commercial disputes, amicably, without fees before referring them to the court. Most civil and commercial cases, such as financial claims, may not be submitted to the court before they are viewed by Mediation and Conciliation Centres. Mediation and Conciliation Centres are located in Abu Dhabi and have branches in Al Ain and Al Dhafra regions. Visit the (Contact us) page on the website to obtain the geographical location.
What are the cases that must be presented to Mediation and Conciliation Centres first?
Disputes considered in accordance with Federal Law No. (5) of 2021 amending some provisions of Federal Law No. (17) of 2016.
The centres are obligatorily competent to consider the following civil and commercial disputes: -
- Disputes that fall within the value jurisdiction of Minor Chambers in accordance with the provisions of Clause (1) of Article (30) of the Civil Procedures Law and its aforementioned amendments, and the financial claims below (1,000,000) one million dirhams.
- Disputes in which both parties are spouses or relatives up to the fourth degree, whatever their value.
What are the cases excluded from the requirement to be presented to Mediation and Conciliation Centres?
The following do not fall within the jurisdiction of the Centres: -
- Cases of summary matters and interim orders.
- Cases in which the government is a party.
- Rent claims considered by rental dispute committees.
- Labour lawsuits
- Personal status lawsuits
- Any other lawsuits decided to be settled before another centre, committee, or entity of similar competence.
How can I register a new file with Mediation and Conciliation?
Mediation and Conciliation files are registered through the website of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department www.adjd.gov.ae which contains samples of claim forms. Cases can also be filed through licensed law firms in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi or through some typing offices, as it is not possible to register files with Mediation and Conciliation Centres directly.
What is expected after registering a file and obtaining the number and date of the session?
Once the file is registered, you will get an appointment for the first session with the conciliator. The number of sessions varies from one case to another until you get a decision which is either an agreement or the referral of the file to the competent court for consideration.
How to attend the sessions?
Most of the sessions are held remotely, as you will receive a link to attend remotely, you will be contacted about the necessary arrangements in the event that the competent court decides that your personal presence is needed.
How do I apply for an urgent application pending the consideration of the file?
Some of the cases of summary matters and interim orders are dealt with in an expedited manner, you can refer to the Frequently Asked Questions regarding (registration of interim orders) for more information.
How can I get more information about the services?
Please visit the website of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department
www.adjd.gov.ae to view the service requirements such as (service name, service description, steps, terms and conditions, fees, required documents, etc.).
