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Suspension of the statute of limitations when filing the conciliation application

Published: November 14, 2023 | Updated: November 17, 2025
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Suspension of the statute of limitations when filing the conciliation application

An application for conciliation before the end of the year effectively and inexpensively suspends the limitation period for claims – a safe alternative to late court proceedings.

By 31.12.2023, a large number of potential claims are once again at risk of becoming time-barred. An effective and inexpensive way of suspending the limitation period for claims is to initiate conciliation proceedings before a state-recognized dispute resolution body (also known as a conciliation office). If the application for conciliation is received by a state-recognized dispute resolution body before the end of 31.12.2023, the limitation period for a claim can be suspended.

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