Welcome to the Arbitrators' and Mediators' Institute of New Zealand

The centre of excellence in dispute resolution

AMINZ is the largest professional institute in New Zealand for people working in the area of dispute resolution. Its members include arbitrators, mediators, adjudicators, conciliators, facilitators, investigators and expert witnesses who come from a variety of sectors. So if you have a dispute, of any kind, AMINZ is best able to provide you with a professional who can help you to solve it.

To find a dispute resolution professional, we recommend you search our specialist panels and lists.

If you do not know what kind of professional you will need, have a look at the various types of dispute resolution processes, call us on 0800 426 469 or contact us.

The Institute is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting high quality dispute resolution services by its members to the public. We provide referrals and information to members of the public and organisations in the public and private sectors.

The Institute is also a major coordinator of dispute resolution education. Its professional qualifications are recognised internationally. It has close ties with many similar organisations overseas.

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Resolving conflict an issue for many franchises

Resolving conflict an issue for many franchises

A new study into the causes and experience of conflict in the franchise sector shows that New Zealand franchisees can be disappointed with their franchising experience.

New Year's Resolution

New Year's Resolution

Over the Christmas - New Year break, the Otago Daily Times and Nelson Mail published an article by AMINZ Executive Director, Deborah Hart on the role of mediation in resolving disputes.

AMINZ Welcomes Government Review

The awaited consultation regarding the review of the Family Court has been released.

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