Arbitration & Partner Dispute Resolution
If you’re dealing with a partner dispute, know that you are not alone — this is far more common than you might think. In most cases, disputes arise from incomplete agreements at the start of the partnership, where not all rights, responsibilities, and procedures for different scenarios were clearly defined. Less commonly, they stem from differences in perspective or interpretation of existing agreements. And in fewer cases still, they result from misconduct or failure to honor commitments.
Why Disputes Escalate
One factor that significantly worsens partner disputes is the absence of a recognized, reliable standard to refer to when conflicts arise. Each partner ends up consulting their own network — business acquaintances, lawyers, advisors — who offer opinions based on their limited personal experiences or assumptions. These opinions often contradict what the other partner hears from their own network, and may even differ from one advisor to the next within the same circle.
Where Khedr & Business Comes In
Over the years and across hundreds of cases, we have accumulated a body of knowledge that — with God’s grace — we have translated into clear, defined guidelines and step-by-step frameworks for every recurring situation. This has allowed us to establish the conventions that partners can rely on and act upon, including:
- Equity distribution methods for traditional companies (capital share vs. effort share)
- Equity distribution methods for startups
- Partner exit procedures when dissolving a partnership
- Essential clauses in a partnership agreement
- How to structure an effective board of directors
- Governance and management concepts that regulate partner relationships and help prevent disputes
All of these resources are available for free and in full detail on our YouTube channel and throughout this website.
Our Commitment to Impartiality
Whether we are providing advisory consulting — as is most often the case — or acting as formal arbitrators in more complex situations, we commit to standing at an equal distance from all parties. There is no difference between a client who knew us before the dispute and one who did not. There is no advantage to being the first to present their side of the story. There is no preference for those who are more articulate or persuasive. Our guiding principle is the Quranic command: “Judge between people with truth, and do not follow desire” — and this is the covenant we uphold.
We're Here to Help
We would be glad to help ease the weight you’re carrying — by listening to you and offering the guidance you need. Reach out to us on WhatsApp or by email and we will be with you promptly, God willing.
