Mediation & Dispute Resolution

At IR Legal, we provide effective mediation and dispute resolution services designed to resolve conflicts efficiently, commercially, and with minimal disruption. We assist individuals, businesses, and organisations across Australia to manage disputes strategically, avoid unnecessary litigation, and achieve practical outcomes.

Disputes can be costly, time-consuming, and stressful. Our experienced lawyers focus on early resolution, risk management, and negotiated outcomes wherever possible, while ensuring our clients’ legal rights and commercial interests are protected.

Our Mediation & Dispute Resolution Services

We advise and represent clients across a wide range of disputes, including:

Mediation Services

• Acting as legal representatives in private and court-ordered mediations

• Preparing clients for mediation, including strategy, evidence and risk assessment

• Drafting and reviewing settlement agreements and deeds of release

• Multi-party and complex commercial mediations

• Cross-border and culturally sensitive dispute resolution matters

Commercial & Civil Disputes

• Contractual disputes and breach of agreement claims

• Shareholder, partnership and joint venture disputes

• Business ownership and governance disputes

• Debt recovery and enforcement

• Professional negligence and consumer law disputes

Employment & Workplace Disputes

• Unfair dismissal and general protections matters

• Workplace bullying, discrimination and harassment claims

• Employment contract and restraint of trade disputes

• Fair Work Commission conciliation and mediation proceedings

Regulatory, Property & Other Disputes

• Property and leasing disputes

• Building and construction disputes

• Regulatory and compliance-related disputes

• Insurance and indemnity disputes

Strategic, Outcome-Focused Resolution

Our lawyers take a pragmatic and solution-driven approach to dispute resolution. We work closely with clients to:

• Assess legal and commercial risk

• Identify early resolution opportunities

• Minimise reputational, financial, and operational impact

• Preserve business and personal relationships wherever possible

Where mediation or negotiation is unsuccessful, we are well-positioned to seamlessly transition matters to litigation, ensuring continuity and strategic consistency.

Why Choose IR Legal?

• Experienced dispute resolution lawyers with strong negotiation skills

• Practical, cost-effective strategies focused on outcomes

• Broad experience across commercial, employment, regulatory and civil disputes

• Client-focused approach tailored to each dispute’s complexity and objectives

At IR Legal, we are committed to resolving disputes efficiently while protecting our clients’ interests and positioning them for future success.

Contact our team to discuss how we can assist with mediation or dispute resolution.