Local Rule LR 16.05: ADR: MEDIATION
M.D. Tenn. — Civil rule
LR 16.05 –ADR: MEDIATION
(a) Mediation Procedures. After a case has been referred for mediation or the parties have agreed to mediation, the mediation shall be conducted according to procedures directed by the mediator, or as directed by order of the Court. If the parties are unable to agree upon selection of a mediator, the Judge may designate a mediator or determine appropriate procedures for selection. Failure of the parties to comply with the required mediation procedures may result in sanctions.
(b) Mediator's Report. Within two (2) business days following the mediation, the mediator shall file a report on a form available on the Court's website indicating:
(1) The date on which the mediation occurred;
(2) Whether all required parties were present;
(3) Whether the case settled at the conclusion of the mediation;
(4) Whether the mediation was continued with the consent of the parties; and
(5) Whether the mediation was terminated without a settlement.