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Statewide Requirements There are no statewide standards or requirements for court-connected mediators in Washington. However, local Dispute Resolution Centers (DRCs) have a set of requirements to join their court-connected mediation panels. Sr.No. DRCs Requirements 1. DRC of Grays Harbor & Pacific Counties 40-hours basic mediation training Completion of practicum program including, observations, co-mediations, and continual […]

In California, courts often maintain rosters of mediators for court-referred cases. Training requirements to become a court-connected mediator are provided under the Dispute Resolution Program Act (DRPA). Training requirements include at least 40 hours of training. Individual jurisdictions may impose additional experiential requirements to join their court rosters. Before or after completing your mediation training, you […]

Statewide Requirements There is currently no statewide organization that certifies court mediators in Pennsylvania. Minimum training requirements include a 40-hour basic mediation training program. However, for custody actions, Rule 1940.4 of the Pennsylvania Code provides requirements of a court connected mediator of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. They are provided as follows:    (1)  a bachelor’s degree and […]

The Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Act requires court-connected mediators to complete 40 hours of basic mediation training and an additional 24 hours of family mediation training for family dispute cases.   Before or after completing your mediation training, you will want to identify your local court or DRC (Dispute Resolution Centre) roster requirements if you […]

In New York, courts often maintain rosters of mediators for court-referred cases. Training requirements to become a court-connected mediator are provided under Part 146 of the Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge. Training requirements include at least 40 hours of approved training out of which 24 hours shall include basic mediation skills, and at least 16 hours […]

In Massachusetts, mediators do not apply to the court directly to become a court-connected mediator. Instead, the court contracts with approved mediation program providers and refers mediation cases to them. These external program providers certify to the court annually regarding the qualifications of their mediators. Any mediator receiving court-referred cases must be qualified under Rule […]

A mediator is a neutral third party who facilitates a conversation between two or more parties in a conflict. A mediator uses his or her skills to bring the parties to a settlement. However, the mediator does not decide what the settlement might be, which remains within the parties’ control. Unlike a judge, a mediator […]

How to become a Mediator – California A mediator is a neutral third party who facilitates a conversation between two or more parties in a conflict. A mediator uses his or her skills to bring the parties to a settlement. However, the mediator does not decide what the settlement might be, which remains within the […]

In 1958, with the advent of the New York Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards (New York Convention), the international business community experienced a momentous shift in the manner cross-border commercial disputes were resolved. Originally having 24 signatories, today this convention has been ratified by 159 parties, having been ratified by […]

Mediation is poised to grow into one of the most commonly used forms of dispute resolution in resolving civil/commercial disputes. At its core, mediation is a reconciliation tool that attempts to co-opt rather than coerce parties into a resolution, much unlike traditional methods of dispute resolution. As such, it focuses on skilled individuals with an […]

Often, parties may want an expert to decide their case and give a binding judgment, but avoid a long-winded, expensive litigation process. Alternative dispute resolution consists of several methods of settling disputes in lieu of litigation. In everyday discourse however, the term ‘ADR’ is commonly used as a catch all phrase, implying a similarity of […]

Essentially, it is imperative for the modern commercial and non-commercial organisation to cultivate a culture where disputes are recognised and resolved, rather than simply brushed under the carpet. Workplace conflicts are an unavoidable reality in an organisation’s existence. Where two or more interdependent colleagues develop personal or professional grievances with each other, the hidden and […]

Workplace mediation allows organizations to resolve disputes at the earliest stage possible, preventing costly formal proceedings, reduced productivity and an unhealthy working environment. Mediation further allows employers to demonstrate their commitment towards the contentment and well-being of the workforce. Organizations looking to develop in-house mediation capacities may seek to benefit from the vast experience on offer by the […]