Laundry schedules, loud music, BBQs: these are issues that can quickly lead to neighbourly quarrels. When both sides have dug in, mediation helps clear the air between disputing parties and to find an out-of-court solution. Mediator Luzius Jost offers an insight into his vital work and explains the reasons behind his high success rates. Do you have issues with your neighbours? You can find additional information and sample templates here: to the download.
Minute 00:50
In this section, we answer the following questions about “mediation as an alternative to court proceedings”:
- How reasonable are the Swiss: do they frequently engage in lengthy court battles, or do they look for other solutions?
- How does a mediator become involved in a dispute between two parties?
- Why is it so difficult to mediate between entrenched positions?
Minute 03:40
The second section answers questions about the causes of neighbourhood disputes and how to resolve them through mediation.
- What do neighbours quarrel about the most?
- How do you bring two quarrelling parties together around a table?
- How exactly does mediation work, and what does it involve?
Minute 07:25
Next, we take a look at some success stories and some of the problems that mediators face.
- What happens if one party wants to abandon mediation?
- What is the success rate of mediation in neighbourhood disputes?
Note: The podcast with our legal specialists from Fortuna Legal Protection is currently broadcast in Swiss German.
ABOUT THE EXPERT
“Mediation is a much cheaper, faster and more solution-oriented process compared to court proceedings.”
Luzius Jost, Specialist Claims Lawyer at Fortuna Legal Protection Insurance
After completing his studies in Bern and gaining initial professional experience in Switzerland, Luzius Jost worked for a large international law firm in Ukraine. Since 2017, he has been co-owner of his own law firm in Zurich, which also provides a mediation service. At Fortuna, he also provides quick, uncomplicated assistance to as many people as possible.