{"id":18349,"date":"2024-03-26T12:43:58","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T12:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.goodmanray.com\/?post_type=service&#038;p=18349"},"modified":"2025-10-10T14:21:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T13:21:34","slug":"non-court-dispute-resolution","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/","title":{"rendered":"Resolu\u00e7\u00e3o extrajudicial de lit\u00edgios"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Non-Court Dispute Resolution?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-Court Dispute Resolution, often shortened to NCDR, is a term used to refer to methods of resolving family disputes outside of Court. NCDR is also known as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) or Dispute or Issue Resolution and generally refers to more amicable approaches to resolving family issues or disputes. Those can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/mediation\/\">Media\u00e7\u00e3o<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/collaborative-law\/\">Direito colaborativo<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/solicitor-neutral\/\">Solicitor Neutral<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arbitration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early-neutral Evaluation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/negotiations\/\">Negotiation and Roundtable Meetings<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private FDRs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The term Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) was introduced by changes to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gov.uk\/courts\/procedure-rules\/family\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Family Procedure Rules<\/a> in April 2024. Those changes gave the Courts greater powers to adjourn or delay the Court process in order to ensure that individuals in Court proceedings are in Court as a last resort, having exhausted other more amicable approaches to resolving disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover rounded-xl\" style=\"min-height:100px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-20291 size-full\" alt=\"Government Mediation Voucher Scheme Feature Image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Government-mediation-voucher-scheme-feature-image.webp\" style=\"object-position:50% 55%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 55%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Government-mediation-voucher-scheme-feature-image.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Government-mediation-voucher-scheme-feature-image-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Government-mediation-voucher-scheme-feature-image-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Government-mediation-voucher-scheme-feature-image-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-dark-background-color has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-a209ae40 wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uma compara\u00e7\u00e3o entre a resolu\u00e7\u00e3o extrajudicial de lit\u00edgios<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neste artigo de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-team\/consultants\/ann-thompson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Ann Thompson<\/mark><\/a> e Elena Panayi, pode obter mais informa\u00e7\u00f5es sobre cada um dos diferentes m\u00e9todos de RCDN para o direito da fam\u00edlia, incluindo a media\u00e7\u00e3o familiar, a arbitragem e os custos de resolu\u00e7\u00e3o extrajudicial de lit\u00edgios. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/news\/2025\/02\/a-comparison-of-non-court-dispute-resolution\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Ler mais...<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/news\/2025\/02\/a-comparison-of-non-court-dispute-resolution\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ler o artigo aqui<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our approach to Non-Court Dispute Resolution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Goodman Ray<\/a> are committed to offering you the right service and approach to give you the best opportunity of finding a solution to family issues or disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are committed to helping you amicably resolve issues wherever possible and our team is highly trained and experienced in a range of different approaches to NCDR in order to help do this. our experienced and skilled lawyers regularly use and offer non-court dispute resolution to resolve a wide range of family disputes, including regarding children, finances and international issues, and child abduction whether you are based in England and Wales or overseas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some examples of NCDR, all of which we are able to either offer or work alongside include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/negotiations\/\">Negotiations through solicitors, including roundtable meetings<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/negotiations\/\">Media\u00e7\u00e3o<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/negotiations\/\">Hybrid mediation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/child-inclusive-mediation\/\">Child-inclusive mediation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/collaborative-law\/\">Collaborative law<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/our-expertise\/non-court-dispute-resolution\/solicitor-neutral\/\">One lawyer-two client solicitor neutral<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early neutral evaluation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private FDRs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arbitration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We recognise that every case is different and every client has different needs and aims. We will work with you to identify and use the right process for you and your family to resolve issues arising from separation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get in touch with our Non-Court Resolution (NCDR) Solicitors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To speak to a Non-Court dispute Resolution solicitor for expert advice you can trust, contact us today. Call us on\u00a0<a href=\"tel:02076081227\">020 7608 1227<\/a>\u00a0ou\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/contact-us\/\">contacte-nos em linha atrav\u00e9s do nosso s\u00edtio Web<\/a>\u00a0ou enviando-nos um e-mail para\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:mail@goodmanray.com\">mail@goodmanray.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8524020a23700c1776a732dea33856cb\">Contactar-nos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bef4e176f98c771358599861181a9bee\">\u260e\ufe0f Ligue para o nosso <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/contact-us\/\">Londres<\/a> escrit\u00f3rio em <a href=\"tel:020 7608 1227\">020 7608 1227<\/a>&nbsp;<br>\u260e\ufe0f Ligue para o nosso&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmanray.com\/pt\/contact-us\/\">Brighton<\/a> escrit\u00f3rio em <a href=\"tel:01273 090211\">01273 090211<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NCDR Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block accordion\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760099866586\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does NCDR stand for?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NCDR stands for Non-Court Dispute Resolution which is a process for resolving disputes outside of Court, often in family law, using methods like family mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law.\u00a0NCDR offers advantages such as often being faster, cheaper, and less stressful than pursuing court proceedings. Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) allows parties more control and privacy over the process.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760099978800\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the different methods of NCDR (Non-Court Dispute Resolution)<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are many different methods of non-court Dispute Resolution which include:<br\/><br\/><strong>Mediation: <\/strong>A trained neutral mediator helps parties resolve their disputes in a non-confrontational way.<br\/><strong>Arbitration:\u00a0<\/strong>Parties appoint an arbitrator to make a binding decision on their dispute.\u00a0<br\/><strong>Collaborative Law:<\/strong>\u00a0A process where parties and their lawyers work together to find a solution outside of court.<br\/><br\/>To find the right NCDR approach for you just call us to discuss your unique situation and our expert solicitors will be able to advise and guide you.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760101820960\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How long does a non-court dispute resolution process typically take?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The time it takes to resolve a matter using the NCDR method depends on many factors such as the complexity of the issues needing resolution (e.g. children, finances, international elements) and how cooperative both parties are. Some simple matters can be resolved in a few sessions or weeks however more complex disputes may take several months.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760101895257\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are the outcomes of non-court resolution methods legally binding?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It depends on the method used. For example, arbitration awards can be binding if agreed in advance; mediated or negotiated agreements can be made legally enforceable by converting them into court orders or consent orders; collaborative law agreements typically require formalisation to become binding. Your solicitor can advise which route ensures enforcement.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760101935584\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What happens if non-court resolution fails? Can I still go to court?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Pursuing an NCDR does not prevent access to the courts if an agreement can\u2019t be reached. In many cases, courts encourage parties to try alternative processes first, but if those efforts break down, you retain the right to litigate.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760102161111\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is NCDR\/ADR better than going to court?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The main advantages of solving a problem with NCDR (also known as ADR) are:\u00a0it&#8217;s usually cheaper, more flexible, faster and less stressful\u00a0than going to court.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760102288170\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the main benefits of non-court Dispute Resolution (NCDR)?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are many benefits to choosing NCDR to resolve your dispute. Some of these are:<br\/><br\/><strong>Cost-effectiveness:<\/strong>\u00a0NCDR can be cheaper by avoiding the extensive preparation and multiple hearings of court, which can lead to lower legal fees.<br\/><br\/><strong>Speed:<\/strong>\u00a0It is often much quicker to resolve disputes through NCDR, as appointments can be arranged more flexibly and court timetables are avoided.\u00a0<br\/>Control and flexibility:<br\/>Parties have more say in the process, can choose decision-makers, set timetables, and tailor solutions to their specific circumstances, as opposed to fitting within a rigid court framework.<br\/><br\/><strong>Confidentiality:<\/strong>\u00a0Unlike court proceedings, which are public, NCDR is a private process, which keeps personal and financial information from public scrutiny.\u00a0<br\/>Reduced conflict<br\/>\u00a0By focusing on resolution rather than blame, NCDR encourages constructive dialogue and can help maintain or improve relationships, which is especially beneficial in family matters involving children.<br\/><br\/><strong>Lasting agreements:<\/strong>\u00a0Because parties reach an agreement themselves through negotiation, they are more likely to have &#8220;buy-in&#8221; and adhere to the outcome long-term.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out more about Goodman Ray\u2019s expertise in Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR), a family-law approach including mediation, collaborative law, solicitor neutrals, negotiations &#038; more. 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