Rule 15.026 - SMALL CLAIMS MEDIATION PROCEDURES(1) The court shall assign cases to a mediator. Each party shall come to mediation with full authority to make and accept offers for settlement.(2) All parties must appear for small claims mediation. If a party fails to appear for small claims mediation, a default judgment may be entered against them subsequent to an opportunity for a hearing. An authorized representative may appear on behalf of a business but must be familiar with the facts of the case with full authority to settle. Unless a party to the case, attorneys shall not attend small claims mediation.(3) If mediation is not successful, the case will be set for trial. If mediation is successful, the agreement will be forwarded to a judge for approval.(4) If a party fails to comply with the terms of the mediation agreement, the other party may file a declaration of non-compliance, provide a copy to the opposing party, and obtain judgment on the original claim.Clatsop Cnty. Supp. L. R. 15.026
Amended effective 2/1/2024.