Local Rule 16.06: Appointment of Mediator
D.S.C. — Civil rule
16.06: Appointment of Mediator.
(A) Eligibility. A mediator may be a person who meets either of the following requirements:
(1) Is a certified mediator under Local Civ. Rule 16.12 (D.S.C.).
(2) Is not a certified mediator but in the opinion of all of the parties is otherwise qualified by training or experience to mediate all or some of the issues in the action.
(B) Roster of Certified Mediators. The clerk of court shall maintain a roster of mediators certified under Local Civ. Rule 16.12 (D.S.C.) who are willing to serve in the district. A certified mediator shall notify the court if the mediator desires to be added or deleted. The roster shall be available to the public.
(C) Selection of a Mediator by Agreement of the Parties. Unless otherwise ordered, the parties must select a mediator at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the deadline for mediation.
(D) Appointment of Mediator by the Court. If the parties cannot agree upon the selection of a mediator, plaintiff's attorney shall file a motion requesting appointment of a mediator.
(E) Disqualification of Mediator. Any party may move the court for an order disqualifying the mediator. If the motion is granted and the mediator is disqualified, an order shall be entered appointing a replacement mediator.