Justice Athar Minallah Urges Greater Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Pakistan
In a powerful speech, Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court, Justice Athar Minallah, emphasized the urgent need to adopt Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) across Pakistan’s legal system.
He pointed out that the traditional court system is overwhelmed. As a result, many people wait years to resolve even simple disputes. According to him, ADR offers a faster, cheaper, and more accessible solution.
Importantly, he stressed that ADR is not just about reducing court workload. It also helps restore relationships and promote community harmony. Through mediation, arbitration, and other ADR tools, people can settle conflicts without going through long trials.
Justice Minallah called on judges, lawyers, and policymakers to promote ADR. He believes building trust in these processes is key to improving public confidence in the justice system.
This talk is a must-watch for lawyers, legal reformers, students, and judicial officers seeking to improve access to justice in Pakistan.
