Rule C Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Forms

This rule provides the official forms people need when they go through alternative dispute resolution, or ADR, in South Carolina courts. ADR includes things like mediation, where a neutral person helps both sides try to work out a settlement instead of going to trial. The forms are organized by court type: circuit court, family court, and probate court.

Each set of forms covers the basic paperwork you might need during the ADR process. This includes things like giving notice that ADR is happening, proving that ADR took place, asking to skip ADR because your case qualifies for an exemption, and requesting help paying the neutral party's fees if you can't afford it. There are also forms for picking a mediator who isn't officially certified, if both sides agree to that.

If you're involved in a court case in South Carolina, these forms are what you'll actually fill out and file when your case goes through ADR. The right form depends on which court you're in and what step of the process you're dealing with. For example, family court cases use different forms than circuit court cases, even though the forms serve similar purposes.