Rule 12.035 - INDEPENDENT MEDIATORS(1) The parties may select by stipulation a mediator independent of the court system. The parties shall directly contract with the independent mediator and be responsible for payment of any agreed upon fee for mediation.(2) If an independent mediator is selected, the parties or their attorneys shall file with the court a written stipulation indicating the name of the mediator and the date set for the first mediation session.(3) If a stipulation for independent mediation is not filed by the time set for the hearing on any child custody or parenting time dispute, the parties will be required to enter into mediation pursuant to rule 12.031 herein.(4) If the parties select an independent mediator pursuant to rule 12.035(1) after a referral has been made to mediation, they shall then comply with Rule 12.035(2) and send a copy of the stipulation to the court.Josephine Supp. L. R. 12.035
Amended effective 2/1/2024.