Legal Mediation & Amicable Settlement in Tunis
Under Tunisian law, conventional mediation by a judicial bailiff provides a confidential, structured framework for resolving civil, commercial, and tenancy disputes without litigation (Organic Law No. 2018-9). The settlement protocol drafted by the sworn public officer can obtain court homologation, granting it enforceable force.
What is mediation by a judicial bailiff in Tunisia?
Mediation by a judicial bailiff is a voluntary and confidential process in which the bailiff, a sworn public officer governed by Organic Law No. 2018-9 of 30 January 2018, acts as a neutral and impartial third party to help the parties reach their own amicable solution to a dispute. It covers civil and commercial matters: disputes between partners or associates, rental disputes and neighbour disputes. When the parties agree, the bailiff drafts a written settlement agreement, which provides legal certainty while preserving business confidentiality. That settlement can then be homologated by a court, which makes it enforceable without a long and costly trial. Mediation is generally faster and less expensive than court proceedings, and it preserves future relationships because the solution is chosen by the parties rather than imposed by a judge. Its fees fall outside the official tariff: they are set by a clear agreement made with the client in advance.
By Maître Nabil Baffoun, judicial officer since 1998 · Updated
Maître Nabil Baffoun, sworn judicial officer in Tunis since 1998, welcomes you to his official portal.
Mediation: A Modern and Constructive Vision of Justice
As an alternative to protracted court disputes, mediation provides an efficient, private avenue for conflict resolution. The judicial officer’s sworn status ensures trusted impartiality and procedural safety. Located at Lafayette Office, 32 Avenue de la Liberté, Tunis, we assist both corporate entities and private citizens.
Commercial, Civil and Social Mediation
We handle commercial disputes between partners or associates, rental disputes, and neighbour disputes. A formalised settlement agreement provides optimal legal certainty while preserving business confidentiality.
Consult our mediation team at +216 99 442 883.
How a mediation works
| Stage | What happens | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Voluntary commitment | The parties agree to seek an amicable solution with the bailiff as a neutral, impartial third party. | Confidential process |
| 2. Dialogue | The bailiff facilitates the discussion; the solution is chosen by the parties, not imposed by a judge. | Future relationships preserved |
| 3. Settlement agreement | The bailiff drafts the settlement in writing. | Legal certainty |
| 4. Homologation | The settlement can be homologated by a court. | Enforceable, without a long and costly trial |
| Fees | Set by an agreement made with the client in advance. | Outside the official tariff |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is legal mediation by a judicial officer?
Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process in which the judicial officer, acting as a neutral and impartial third party, helps the parties reach their own amicable solution to a dispute. Governed by Organic Law No. 2018-9, it covers civil and commercial matters: disputes between partners or associates, rental disputes and neighbour disputes. The officer's sworn public status provides the neutrality and authority needed to facilitate dialogue. When the parties agree, the settlement is set out in a written agreement drafted by the officer. That settlement can then be homologated by a court, which makes it enforceable without a long and costly trial. To start a mediation, contact the office at +216 99 442 883; it is located at 32 Avenue de la Liberté, Lafayette, in Tunis.
What are the core benefits of mediation?
Mediation is generally faster and less expensive than court proceedings, which are often lengthy. It is confidential: discussions and the terms of the agreement stay between the parties, which protects business confidentiality. It also preserves future relationships between partners, landlord and tenant, or neighbours, because the solution is chosen by the parties rather than imposed by a judge. The agreement is recorded in writing, which provides legal certainty, and it can be homologated by a court to become enforceable. Mediation fees are set by a clear agreement made with the client in advance. Mediation suits commercial disputes between partners or associates, rental disputes and neighbour disputes. To start a mediation, contact Maître Nabil Baffoun, judicial officer in Tunis since 1998, at +216 99 442 883.