On 11-12-2024, Chaudhary Imran Hassan Ali, ASC, was appointed as the mediator by the Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench, to resolve a longstanding property dispute that has been ongoing for nearly two decades. The case involved multiple parties and required complex mathematical calculations to determine shares in inherited property over many generations.
Imran facilitated discussions between the disputing parties with the aim of reaching a mutually agreeable settlement. Imran’s intervention led to a constructive dialogue and the parties were able to reach an agreement. The agreement has already been signed and filed in Court. The case is scheduled to come up before the Court in February 2025 when it is expected to be disposed of in terms of the agreement, thus bringing a long-drawn-out legal battle to an amicable end.
The Court’s decision to appoint a mediator underscores its commitment to finding a timely and amicable resolution to the matter, avoiding further prolonged litigation. Such initiatives can help decongest court dockets and offer a more efficient resolution process for complex disputes. It could set a precedent for future property-related disputes.