17 Feb Welcome to our Blog

This is the first article on our blog, and we want to launch it by talking about a topic of great relevance in the field of conflict resolution: Organic Law 1/2025 and its procedural requirements, which will come into force in April 2025. This legislative change will mark a before and after in how disputes are approached, promoting alternative methods such as mediation and negotiation.

A paradigm shift in justice

Until now, many conflicts reached the courts without having previously explored avenues of dialogue or alternative solutions. With the new Organic Law 1/2025, some legal proceedings will require, as a prior condition, an attempt to resolve the dispute through an ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution method), such as mediation, conciliation, or negotiation.

This approach seeks not only to reduce the burden on the courts but also to promote faster, more personalized, and less costly solutions for the parties involved. The goal is to encourage agreements that benefit both sides, avoiding lengthy and emotionally draining legal processes.

What does the procedural requirement imply?

The procedural requirement means that, before filing certain lawsuits, the parties must demonstrate that they have attempted to resolve the conflict through other means. If this requirement is not met, the judge may dismiss the claim.

These preliminary resolution processes are not intended to force an agreement, but rather to provide a real opportunity to reach a mutually satisfactory solution. In this regard, the aim is to give new meaning to the culture of dialogue and collaboration within the legal system.

An opportunity for mediation and other ADR methods

The implementation of this law opens the door for mediation and other alternative methods to become central players in conflict management. More and more individuals and businesses may choose this path to avoid costly trials and gain in speed, flexibility, and control over the final outcome.

Mediation, for example, offers a safe space, guided by an impartial professional, where the parties can express themselves, better understand their needs, and seek creative solutions without the rigidity of a courtroom. This is especially important in family, neighborhood, business, or community conflicts.

Towards more efficient and accessible justice

With this reform, the Administration of Justice seeks not only to decongest the courts, but also to foster a more efficient system that is closer to the public. The key will be how these new measures are implemented and the adaptation of all legal professionals, from lawyers to mediators and judges.

Undoubtedly, this legislative change will represent a new way of understanding justice and conflict resolution in Spain. From here, we encourage everyone to stay informed and to see this law as an opportunity to turn conflicts into agreements, reducing tensions and costs.

We will continue to monitor its implementation and share more information in the coming months.

Thank you for reading and welcome to our blog!