Mediation
Private, focused sessions that keep control in the hands of the parties.
- Position papers and settlement ranges
- Without-prejudice negotiation
Dispute resolution Singapore
Resolve business conflicts strategically.
When negotiation fails, the way you resolve the dispute defines your business future. S.L.M. Counsel assesses the facts early, then selects the right path through mediation, arbitration or litigation.
Clear advice before a costly commitment.
S$50M+
in commercial claims mediated without trial
Built for pressure
Our Dispute Resolution Toolkit
Choose the method that fits the evidence, the relationship and the commercial target. Every route starts with a clear view of risk.
Arbitration
Binding resolution with procedural flexibility for local and cross-border claims.
- SIAC and ICC proceedings
- Ad-hoc rules and enforcement advice
Litigation
Firm representation when a court decision is the right commercial answer.
- State Courts and High Court matters
- Appeals and urgent applications
Debt Recovery
Decisive action to turn an overdue account into a recoverable claim.
- Letters of demand and statutory demands
- Winding-up threats and enforcement
Shareholder Disputes
Practical advice where ownership, control or director conduct has broken down.
- Unfair prejudice and derivative actions
- Buy-out negotiations
A measured response
Our 4-Phase Dispute Resolution Process
Good dispute work begins before the first letter is sent. We keep the next decision visible.
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1
Conflict Audit
We gather the contract, correspondence and key records. You receive an assessment of legal exposure, likely evidence gaps and the decisions that cannot wait.
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2
Strategy Design
We compare negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation against your objectives. The recommendation covers timing, cost pressure, enforceability and the business relationship.
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3
Execution
We prepare letters of demand, initiate proceedings, manage evidence and appear at hearings. You know who is doing what before each major step.
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4
Enforcement & Closure
We document the settlement or pursue judgment enforcement. Debt recovery is treated as complete only when the agreed result is properly secured.
Recovering S$2.3M across borders without litigation.
A Singapore-based electronics distributor faced a European buyer who had stopped payment. We moved quickly, preserved the asset position and used urgent mediation.
8 weeks
to reach full settlement
S$400K
estimated litigation cost avoided
"They understood the cash-flow pressure and kept the discussion moving. We reached a commercial outcome in weeks."Annisha D., electronics distributor
Straight answers
Common Dispute Resolution Questions
The right first step depends on the agreement, the evidence and the urgency.
Is mediation required before going to court in Singapore?
It is not required in every dispute. A contract, court direction or sector process may call for mediation, and an early settlement attempt can protect time and relationships. See our mediation service.
What are the advantages of SIAC arbitration over litigation?
SIAC arbitration can offer a private process, specialist decision-makers and a framework suited to cross-border enforcement. The best choice depends on the arbitration clause and the assets involved. Read about arbitration counsel.
How long does debt recovery typically take?
Timing depends on the debtor's position, the quality of the records and whether enforcement is contested. Some matters settle after a demand; others require court action. Start with our debt recovery approach.
Can a shareholder force a buy-out in a private company?
In suitable cases, an unfair prejudice claim may support a buy-out or another court remedy. The articles, shareholder agreement and conduct history matter. Explore shareholder dispute advice.
Don't let a dispute dictate your future.
Bring us the contract, the timeline and the outcome you need. We'll help chart the most effective resolution path.