Debt Relief
Specified Mediation
Court mediation for debtors at risk of insolvency to negotiate repayment terms with creditors (Specified Mediation Act). Low cost, self-filing possible. Mediation agreement has judicial force.
Statute Reference
特定調停法1条・2条
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