The most common types of ADR are arbitration and mediation. The court's arbitration program has existed for years, and remains unchanged. Working with the local Bar Association and community representatives, the court recently developed a civil mediation panel to encourage this method of dispute resolution.

Civil Mediation

The court has developed a civil mediation panel as a public service. Panelists have complied with the court's requirements for training, experience and ethical standards. Information about panelists is available on the court website, and in 25 hard copy binders located throughout the courts. The court will notify litigants about ADR options, but will not pay for a mediator or refer cases to specific mediators. Market forces will channel work to the most effective mediators. Click on the topic title to see the complete current list of civil mediators.

Qualifications For Mediators

The Court has established minimum qualification and experience standards for mediators wishing to be part of the panel. In some circumstances, the Court will waive experience qualifications.

Apply To Be On Mediation Panel

This describes the application process and links to on-line application forms. It also provides complete information for submitting the application: to whom and where.