Marion Supp. L. R. 12.085

As amended through June 11, 2024
Rule 12.085 - MEDIATOR'S REPORT
(1) Report to the Court

In all cases which have been referred to a court-appointed mediator, the mediator shall make a final report to the Court describing the conclusion of the mediation, whether successful or unsuccessful.

(2) Successful Mediation

The mediator shall prepare a written memorandum of any agreement which the parties have reached as a result of mediation. The unsigned, proposed form of memorandum of agreement shall be distributed to the parties and to their counsel by the mediator. If the parties choose to sign a memorandum of agreement after having had an opportunity to review it with a lawyer, the document may then be incorporated into a Court Order or Judgment.

(3) Unsuccessful Mediation

The mediator may notify the Court at any time following the initial mediation session involving the parties and the mediator that mediation has been unsuccessful, in which case the proceeding will be scheduled for hearing in the same course and with the same priority as if there had been no mediation. The mediator may determine that the mediation has been unsuccessful if the parties are unable to resolve the custody or parenting plan controversy; or, if one or both parties are unwilling to participate in mediation; or, if the mediator determines that either party is using the mediation process in bad faith for the delay of resolution of other issues.

Marion Supp. L. R. 12.085

Amended effective 2/1/2024.