As amended through June 11, 2024
Rule 8.011 - Mediation Orientation/Parent Education(1) Pursuant to ORS 3.434 and the Coos/Curry Family Law Plan, individuals involved in dissolutions, child custody or parenting time disputes must complete the court approved online mediation orientation and parent education class. The cost for the online class shall be the responsibility of the parties.(2) Participation in the online mediation orientation and parent education class is mandatory unless an Order of Default Judgment has been entered by the court. If future motions are filed by the parties and they are at issue, then the class requirements will need to be met by both parties.(3) The parties must complete the online mediation orientation and parent education class prior to the court signing a judgment of dissolution unless the court waives attendance for good cause shown by motion and affidavit. Sanctions may be imposed by the court if a party fails to comply.(4) An in-person mediation orientation and parent education class may be substituted for the above requirements.Amended effective 2/1/2024.