Legal Pluralism and the Role of Traditional Mediation in the Settlement of Inheritance Disputes in Multicultural Societies
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The distribution of family assets in a pluralistic society is a dynamic social and legal issue, as it involves interactions between the formal legal system, traditional mediation practices, and social forces within the family. This literature-based study aims to critically analyses how interactions between the formal legal system, traditional mediation, and power relations shape the process of resolving inheritance disputes in a multicultural society. Using a thematic synthesis approach, this study finds that legal pluralism, enriches the avenues for dispute resolution—whether through the courts, customary institutions, or family deliberations. However, pluralism presents ambiguities that can exacerbate rivalries between parties, especially when family communication is not effective. The fragility of communication and lack of legal literacy are obstacles to substantive justice and social acceptance of the distribution results. The success of inheritance conflict resolution is greatly influenced by the ability of families and communities to build participatory dialogue, understanding of norms, and the active involvement of mediators who have social legitimacy. The findings of this research not only add to the academic knowledge in the fields of legal sociology and family law, but also provide a practical basis for regulatory reform and innovation in inheritance mediation in pluralistic communities. Family-based legal education and the strengthening of community-based resolution mechanisms are key to ensuring a fair, inclusive distribution of assets that is accepted by all heirs.
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