A business partnership between co-founders or partners is often an intense personal relationship. When that relationship comes under pressure through differing ambitions, financial tensions or personal friction the business can suffer serious harm.
Mediation provides a controlled, confidential environment for financial settlement, arrangements for the continuation of the partnership or a controlled dissolution of the business relationship. The confidentiality of the process protects all parties including the business itself.
When is mediation effective in partnership conflicts?
Possible outcomes
Restoration of the partnership
New arrangements on roles, responsibilities and decision-making that make the partnership future-proof.
Restructuring
Adjustment of the corporate structure so both parties can pursue their own direction.
Exit of one partner
Structured and financially correct settlement of the exit with clear arrangements on non-competition and client relations.
Controlled dissolution
Joint termination of the partnership in a way that maximises value and minimises conflict.
Richard Walraven
Mediator for Entrepreneurs · Amsterdam
"Partnership conflicts are often also personal conflicts. I guide the mediation process with attention to both the business and human dimensions aiming for a solution that works for all parties and protects the business."
Conflict analysis
Analysis of the business, legal and personal dimensions.
Neutral process management
Structured and impartial guidance of the mediation process.
Financial settlement
Support with valuation, buy-out and financial arrangements.
Legal formalisation
Settlement agreement with clear arrangements on all aspects.
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Frequently asked questions about partnership conflict mediation
Conflict with your business partner? Discuss it confidentially.
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