Alternative Dispute Resolution Method for Resolving Estate Distribution Conflicts

Nurul Athirah Badrul Hisham; Afika Syamrina Benamri; Fatin Afiqah Md Azmi; Zurairatul Zakiah Dss Haji Rajid

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10i31.6419

Authors

Nurul Athirah Badrul Hisham Department of Real Estate, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Afika Syamrina Benamri Zammy Marine Services Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia
Fatin Afiqah Md Azmi Centre for Real Estate Studies (CRES), Institute for Smart Infrastructures and Innovative Construction (ISIIC), Malaysia
Zurairatul Zakiah Dss Haji Rajid Faculty of Shariah, Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Brunei

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10i31.6419

Keywords:

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Inheritance, Estate Distribution, Mediation

Abstract

Conflicts over inheritance distribution led to significant issues, preventing heirs from utilizing assets meant to benefit them. In Malaysia, an accumulation of RM90 billion of frozen assets from unresolved inheritance cases highlights the need for improved resolution strategies. Using a qualitative approach, this study identifies key issues of conflicts, including family disagreements, communication challenges, outsider interference, and third-party disputes, e.g. financial institutions. The findings suggest mediation as an effective alternative dispute resolution method to resolve estate distribution disputes due to its timely and cost-effective solutions to address these conflicts and improve inheritance distribution.

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