Mediation is considered as one of the effective solutions to resolve as well as tool to alter oil palm plantation disputes. This research was conducted with socio-legal approach. The test method was done by descriptive qualitative data analysis which describes a situation or phenomenon with words or sentences then separated by category for the conclusion. This research finding suggests that mediation has played a crucial role especially in decreasing the dispute intensity and achieving the agreement between conflicting parties. Subsequently, Mediation by integrated team of dispute resolution was divided into two stages: first stage was commencement of the mediation process and the second was implementation of mediation. Furthermore, several approaches that can do to alter dispute into a long-term harmonious relationship, namely: first, using the legal certainty approach, second, Company–community partnerships approach and third, capacity building for mediator approach.Keywords: altering dispute, mediation, oil palm plantation
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