Directive on mediation in the Member States, its impact on mediation and its take-up by the courts

This procedure evaluates how EU member states have integrated the Mediation Directive into their national laws. It examines whether the directive has successfully encouraged the use of mediation as a way to resolve civil and commercial disputes outside of traditional courtrooms, aiming to reduce judicial backlogs and lower legal costs.

The findings affect legal professionals, courts, and citizens involved in civil or commercial litigation. It identifies barriers to the adoption of mediation and suggests improvements to make dispute resolution more efficient across the EU.