Mediation lets parties seek agreement with the help of a neutral professional. It may be used for family, civil, neighbourhood or business disputes where the subject can legally be negotiated. Unlike a judge, the mediator does not impose an outcome; unwilling parties cannot be forced into an agreement.
When it may be free
The Valencian Community provides free mediation to people granted legal aid and to applicants who establish insufficient means under the procedure. Applications include income, assets and household information unless access to official data is authorised. Court referrals must also identify the case and dispute.
Not every issue is suitable. Matters outside the parties’ control and situations requiring other urgent protection are excluded. Domestic-abuse cases are subject to specific prohibitions and safeguards.
What follows
The Mediation Centre assesses entitlement and contacts the parties. If they agree, a mediator is appointed and confidential sessions take place. Either party remains free to withdraw.
An agreement can be formalised before a notary or approved by a court when appropriate, strengthening enforceability. If no agreement is reached, court routes remain open and mediation discussions retain their statutory confidentiality.