Legal assistance in the dissolution of a partnership: resolving disputes through alternative means How can disputes in a partnership be resolved without going to court? Mediation and arbitration are effective tools for resolving disputes without the need for a lengthy legal process. The lawyer accompanies the process, assists in managing the negotiations and ensures that the agreements reached protect the client's interests. These procedures include selecting an agreed mediator or arbitrator, defining the rules of the discussion, presenting evidence and negotiating until a solution acceptable to all parties involved is achieved.