Concilliation

This is a form of alternative dispute resolution process- an alternative to litigation. The world keep embracing new forms of resolving disputes without going to court. Conciliation is one of those means. It involves parties to a dispute make use of a person called conciliator. The conciliator meets with the parties both separately and together. The focus of the conciliator is to get the parties talking in a way and atmosphere that is not tensed. Issues are interpreted and the conciliator also helps the parties to find a solution that will be mutually acceptable to both parties. In short, a win-win situation is the goal of a conciliator. Conciliation is different from arbitration in a number of ways-conciliation process has no legal standing, a conciliator writes no decision and no awards. An arbitrator does all that has been identified that a conciliator does not do.

Conciliation is an aspect that Japanese law recognises for the resolution of civil disputes. It is also used for small lawsuits. It is a cheaper alternative to litigation. Nigeria can also imbibe the conciliation style as a way of resolving disputes amicably without getting to court. It will go a long way to lift the huge burden of cases that are on the judges and magistrates. It is also an avenue to create more job opportunities and increase the pace at which people gain access to justice.