Is mediation better than court for a Dubai property dispute?
Usually yes, as a first step. The DLD's Amicable Settlement Centre and the RDC's reconciliation stage are free or low-cost and fast - many disputes settle within about two weeks to a month, versus 18-24 months across the three-tier Dubai Courts. Mediators can access DLD records directly, and a signed settlement is enforceable like a judgment.
Rules and eligibility criteria change — confirm the current position with the relevant authority before acting. This is general information, not legal advice.
