Role of the Mediator in Dissolution Proceedings in Rijswijk
Mediation as an alternative to dissolution in Rijswijk: benefits, local procedure, costs and when mandatory. Ideal for disrupted relationships for faster solutions via the Hague district court.
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Arslan AdvocatenLegal Editorial
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# Role of the Mediator in Dissolution Proceedings in Rijswijk: Avoid the District Court
In Rijswijk, near The Hague, mediation is often mandatory or strongly recommended before filing a dissolution request with the District Court of The Hague, Rijswijk location. The Work and Security Act (WWZ) encourages this to avoid costly and time-consuming proceedings, especially in this region with many SMEs and government agencies.
## When mediation in Rijswijk?
At disrupted employment relationships (e-ground) or underperformance, the district court judge in Rijswijk recommends mediation. The UWV in the Haaglanden region requires it for dismissal applications. Local mediators are easily accessible via the courthouse at Fokkerstraat 2.
## Benefits for Rijswijk employers and employees
- Faster and cheaper than a procedure before the Hague district court.
- Fully confidential: no use as evidence in later court cases.
- Flexible, tailor-made solutions, such as a settlement agreement with transition payment, suited to the local labor market.
## Procedure in the Rijswijk region
Choose an MfN-registered mediator from the network in Haaglanden, such as affiliated with the Netherlands Mediators Federation. Parties negotiate under neutral guidance in an informal setting, often in Rijswijk or The Hague. Success rate is around 70-75% in this region. In case of failure, you receive a report for proceeding to the district court at Fokkerstraat.
## Cost sharing and local tips
Often split 50/50, but employers more frequently pay in full in cases of power imbalance. Costs are tax deductible and for employees often covered via legal expenses insurance such as DAS or ARAG, popular in South Holland. In Rijswijk, mediation not only prevents prolonged uncertainty, but also preserves goodwill in the local business network. Contact the District Court of The Hague for referrals. (278 words)