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As amended through March 4, 2024

Rule 3 - Referral of cases to mediation

At any time on its own motion or on motion of any party, the Court may refer a case or portion of a case for mediation. In this decision, the court shall consider:

(a) the stage of the litigation, including the need for discovery, and the extent to which it has been conducted;

(b) the nature of the issues to be resolved;

(c) the value to the parties of confidentiality, rapid resolution, or the promotion or maintenance of on-going relationships;

(d) the willingness of the parties to mutually resolve their dispute;

(e) other attempts at dispute resolution; and

(f) the ability of the parties to participate in the mediation process.

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