Schlichtungsverfahren (mediation) initiation

Overview

Use this in a consumer dispute with a bank, telecom provider, or insurer. Try sector mediation (Schlichtungsverfahren) or an ombudsman before going to court.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• Complaint correspondence
• contract
• invoice

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• I paid a deposit for a flat I haven't seen; how do I get my money back from a scammer?
• I found a perfect, cheap flat on ImmoScout24 but the agent is acting strange—how do I know it's a fake "Makler"?

Related events

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  When triggered
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  High
  When triggered
• Strafanzeige gegen unbekannt (report against unknown)
  High
  When triggered
• Beratungshilfe application (legal aid)
  High
  When triggered
• Prozesskostenhilfe application (court aid)
  High
  When triggered