A mediator generally will be assigned according to his/her proximity to the location where the mediation will be held. If a number of certified mediators reside or work within the same city or area in which a mediation is scheduled, assignments will be made on a rotating basis. If a mediator has specific knowledge or expertise that is expected to be helpful in understanding the issues, that mediator may be assigned outside the normal rotation. Hearing examiners will be chosen to conduct settlement conferences based on their availability, knowledge of the applicable law and related experience as a successful judge, hearing examiner, arbitrator or mediator.
Okla. Admin. Code § 365:1-11-6