A "legal dispute" refers to a disagreement or conflict between two or more parties that can only be resolved through the legal system or by the involvement of lawyers and judges. Full definition
As often happens when artists are involved in legal disputes over their work, the news prompted a series of interesting questions about the perception of art. (hyperallergic.com)
Mediation refers to the process of resolving legal disputes with the help of a professional mediator who acts as a neutral third party and facilitates discussion. (thespruce.com)
This trend shows no sign of declining: over one quarter of all respondents expect an increase in the number of legal disputes in the next year. (newlawjournal.co.uk)