Model clause: Mediation
Having a clear, certain and well-drafted model clause is essential to ensure effective and efficient dispute resolution should the need arise.
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Model clause for future disputes
Looking for a clause to insert in your next contract? Use our model clause to access mediation should a dispute arise in the future.
Existing disputes
Parties to an existing dispute can still agree to refer it to mediation. Request a template mediation agreement.
Model clause for mediation under the NZDRC Mediation Rules
The following clause should be included in contracts where the parties wish to have any future disputes resolved by mediation under the New Zealand Dispute Resolution Centre’s Mediation Rules:
“Any dispute or difference arising out of or in connection with this contract, or the subject matter of this contract, including any question about its existence, validity or termination, shall be referred to mediation in accordance with the Mediation Rules of the New Zealand Dispute Resolution Centre.”
Got an existing dispute?
Parties to an existing dispute that have not incorporated an NZDRC Model Mediation Clause into a prior agreement may still agree to refer that dispute to mediation under the NZDRC Mediation Rules by signing an agreement to refer their dispute to mediation.
Complete the form below, and our registry team will send you an agreement to use:
Request for template mediation agreement
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