{"id":4012,"date":"2026-08-12T20:48:15","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T18:48:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/?page_id=4012"},"modified":"2026-08-12T20:48:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T18:48:17","slug":"the-judicial-mediator","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/le-conciliateur-de-justice\/","title":{"rendered":"The Court-Appointed Conciliator"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their assistance is free of charge, confidential and impartial. It often helps the parties reach a negotiated solution quickly, while avoiding the cost, delay and uncertainty of court proceedings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Types of disputes handled<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conciliator may intervene, in particular, to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>neighborhood disputes (noise, hedges, fences, easements, party walls...) ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>disputes between individuals ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>disputes between a consumer and a professional; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>difficulties with a tradesperson or a service provider; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>minor contractual disputes ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>certain conflicts between landlords and tenants (excluding eviction proceedings); ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the problems of debt collection ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>certain condominium disputes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Situations outside their remit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conciliator does not intervene in particular to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>criminal cases ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>divorces, separations, child support, and parental authority; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>disputes relating to personal status (paternity, nationality, etc.); ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>conflicts with the administration falling under the jurisdiction of the administrative judge; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>disputes requiring an urgent judicial decision; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>matters in which the parties are not free to settle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How they can help<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conciliator mainly receives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>during office hours at the town hall, at a house of justice and law, at a justice point, or in certain courts; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By appointment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the situation, exchanges can also take place:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>by phone ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>by mail ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>by email ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>exceptionally via video conference when local organization permits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility requirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conciliation involves in particular:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the existence of a genuine dispute; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the willingness of the parties to seek an amicable solution; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the availability of the parties to participate in the discussions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For certain civil disputes, a prior attempt at amicable resolution is mandatory before referring the matter to the court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to find a conciliator<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find the competent conciliator:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>on the Ministry of Justice website; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>at your town hall ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>at your local Justice Point; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>at the judicial court with jurisdiction over your place of residence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to make a referral<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify the territorially competent conciliator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make an appointment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State the dispute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide the relevant documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The conciliator verifies that the case falls within their jurisdiction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the application is admissible, he contacts the other party.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One or more meetings are organized to seek an agreement.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Useful documents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prepare in particular:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>identity document ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>complete contact information of the parties; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>contracts or quotes ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invoices ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>exchange of letters or emails; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>photographs ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>potential minutes ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>any supporting document to establish the facts; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>precise calculation of the claimed amounts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How the process works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The conciliator:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>listen to each part; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>analyze the documents ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recall the applicable rules without making a decision; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage dialogue. ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>propose potential settlement options if applicable; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>helps the parties build an agreement themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the event of an agreement, a conciliation report is drawn up. The parties may request its approval by the judge in order to make it enforceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Typical timeframes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deadlines vary by sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>first date: often between 2 and 8 weeks; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>duration of the procedure: from a few weeks to several months depending on the complexity of the case and the availability of the parties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Possible outcomes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mediation can be successful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>to a total agreement; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to a partial agreement; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a refusal by one of the parties to participate; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to an admission of failure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In the event of failure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If no agreement is reached, the parties remain free to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>to file a lawsuit with the appropriate court; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to use a mediator whenever possible; ;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to seek a new amicable settlement with the assistance of an attorney or another professional.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discussions that take place during conciliation remain confidential in principle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Advantages and limitations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Disadvantages<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>Timeframes vary by sector<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simple procedure<\/td><td>The presence of both parties is often required<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faster than a court proceeding<\/td><td>It&#x27;s impossible to impose a solution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Preserve relationships<\/td><td>Certain subjects are excluded<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Promotes a lasting agreement<\/td><td>Possible refusal by the other party<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Possibility of judicial approval<\/td><td>Not suitable for emergency situations<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Texts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Code of Civil Procedure: Articles 127 through 131, 1530 through 1541, and 750-1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decree No. 78-381 of March 20, 1978, concerning judicial mediators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Act No. 95-125 of February 8, 1995 on the organization of jurisdictions and civil procedure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Law No. 2016-1547 of November 18, 2016, on the Modernization of the Justice System for the 21st Century.<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The mediator\u2019s services are free, confidential, and impartial. They often make it possible to quickly reach a negotiated solution, while avoiding the costs, delays, and uncertainties of legal proceedings. Types of Disputes Handled The mediator may intervene, in particular, in the following situations: Situations Excluded from the Mediator\u2019s Jurisdiction The mediator does not intervene, in particular, in the following situations: Methods \u2026 <a title=\"The Court-Appointed Conciliator\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/le-conciliateur-de-justice\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Le conciliateur de justice\">Read more<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4012","page","type-page","status-publish"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4012","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4012"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4012\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4014,"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4012\/revisions\/4014"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/votre-litige.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4012"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}