At Mayet & Associates, we understand that resolving disputes efficiently and effectively is essential to protecting your rights, reputation, and business interests. Whether you’re a private client, a corporate entity, or a foreign investor, our team of litigation and arbitration lawyers in Lesotho is here to guide you through the country’s legal and dispute resolution framework.
From complex commercial litigation to alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as arbitration and mediation, our Maseru office provides strategic representation tailored to your needs.
Types of Dispute Resolution in Lesotho
Lesotho offers various methods for resolving disputes, both inside and outside of court:
1. Litigation (Court-Based Dispute Resolution)
Litigation remains the most formal method of dispute resolution. Civil and commercial disputes are heard in:
- Magistrates’ Courts (for smaller claims)
- High Court of Lesotho
- Commercial Division of the High Court
- Lesotho Court of Appeal
The High Court has exclusive jurisdiction in matters involving:
- Constitutional disputes
- Company law and insolvency
- Cross-border trade and commercial contracts
2. Arbitration
Arbitration is increasingly preferred for its confidentiality, efficiency, and binding nature. Lesotho recognises arbitration agreements and supports the enforcement of arbitral awards, particularly in commercial contracts.
Key features of arbitration in Lesotho:
- Governed by common law and party agreement (no modern standalone Arbitration Act)
- Awards may be enforced through the High Court
- Parties may agree to institutional or ad hoc arbitration
3. Mediation and Negotiation
These methods offer flexible, non-binding alternatives that are often used to preserve business relationships. Our firm regularly facilitates and advises on private mediation and court-annexed settlement negotiations.
Enforcement of Foreign Judgments and Arbitral Awards
Lesotho provides a legal framework for recognising and enforcing foreign judgments and arbitral awards, especially where reciprocity exists between Lesotho and the originating country.
Mayet & Associates assists with:
- Enforcement proceedings
- Recognition of foreign arbitral awards
- Cross-border judgment recovery
- Drafting arbitration clauses in international contracts
Common Legal Disputes We Handle in Lesotho
Our dispute resolution team has experience in a wide range of contentious matters, including:
- Commercial contract disputes
- Employment and labour law claims
- Construction and procurement disputes
- Shareholder and partnership disagreements
- Tax assessments and appeals
- Insurance and financial services litigation
- IP enforcement and infringement actions
Why Choose Mayet & Associates for Dispute Resolution?
✅ Offices in Maseru (Lesotho)
✅ Expertise in Lesotho’s courts and commercial laws
✅ Cross-border litigation and arbitration support
✅ Strategic, client-focused legal representation
✅ Proven track record in complex and high-value disputes
Whether you’re resolving a business dispute, protecting your intellectual property, or pursuing judicial review, we provide robust legal solutions aligned with your strategic goals.
📞 Contact Our Lesotho Litigation & Arbitration Lawyers
Let our legal team help you resolve your dispute with confidence.
📍 Maseru Office
📧 Email: admin@mayet.law
📞 Phone: +266 2231 2101
We assist clients across Lesotho and regionally in Southern Africa, including dispute resolution matters before the High Court, Commercial Court, and arbitration panels.