Mediation like the opportunity in Bailiffs' work

Abstract

There are a lot of reasons making disputes among different parties. But in many cases, it is not an easy way to find the solution. One of the opportunities for dispute resolution is mediation. This alternative is hardly making way to recognition in Lithuania. The author of this article analyses the new opportunities for using mediation like dispute resolution alternatives in bailiff's work. Mediation is not a substitute for the formal judicial process but is widely used as an alternative for negotiation and arbitration. In this research, the authors present mediation as a social phenomenon, intended for the effective and sustainable settlement of various social disputes. Applying the mediation unequivocally helps keep friendly relations, eliminate anger, and agree on mutually acceptable conditions. In this article, the author proposes to use mediation at the bailiffs' work. This suggestion is based on bailiffs' experience and available resources. Expand the confines of private bailiffs' competence and enable them to provide more services appropriate to public expectations.