The purpose of the amicable settlement hearing is the amicable resolution of the dispute between the parties, through a balanced confrontation of their points of view, an assessment of their respective needs, positions and interests, and an understanding of the legal principles applicable to the dispute.
The judge in charge of the amicable settlement hearing may take cognisance of the submissions and exhibits exchanged by the parties.
He may make any observations, assessments, evaluations or reconstructions he deems necessary, visiting the premises if necessary.
He shall determine the conditions under which the hearing is held. He may decide to hear the parties separately.