Rule 24 Sanctions for Non-Appearance at Mediation

(a) Sanctions. The court may sanction a party, its counsel, or both, who:

(1) fails to appear at a scheduled mediation; or

(2) leaves the mediation prior to completion without being excused from further attending the mediation.

(b) Show Cause. The court shall order the party, its counsel, or both, in Rule 24(a) to show cause why any or all of the following sanctions should not be assessed:

(1) the mediator’s fees and costs in conjunction with the missed session;

(2) the opposing party’s attorneys’ fees and/or costs incurred in conjunction with the missed session; or

(3) any other sanctions deemed appropriate in the court’s discretion.