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Alabama Civil Court Mediation Rules – 2026

The Alabama Civil Court Mediation Rules govern court-referred mediation in civil actions, covering when mediation may be ordered or requested, the selection and qualifications of the mediator, the conduct and confidentiality of the mediation, and the effect of any agreement reached.

Browse all 15 rules of the 2026 edition below. Each rule includes the full text, a plain-English summary, committee notes, amendment history, and cross-references to related rules. Use the search box to find rules by keyword or number.

Rule A Duties and Responsibilities of the Commission. Rule B Membership on the Commission. Rule C Terms of Office of the Members of the Commission. Rule D Meetings of the Commission. Rule E Rulemaking.

APPENDICES

Rule I Introduction. Rule II Alabama Supreme Court Commission on Dispute Resolution. Rule III ADR Programs. Rule IV ADR Clearinghouse. Rule V Alabama Neutrals. Rule VI ADR Training and Education. Rule VII Media Relations and Public Affairs. Rule VIII National Networking. Rule IX Center Administration. Rule X Fundraising.