Rule SLR 12.125 - COMPENSATION OF MEDIATORS AND ARBITRATORS(1) In cases under ORS 107, the commission shall establish a payment schedule. In all other cases, payment of the mediation or arbitration fee is due within 14 calendar days of notice of assignment of an arbitrator or mediator. In such cases, each party shall pay directly to the mediator or arbitrator one-half of the prescribed fee, unless the parties and arbitrator or mediator agree otherwise. In arbitration cases, the arbitrator shall advise the parties of the possibility of a waiver or deferral of the arbitration fee under ORS 36.420(2). Motions to waive or defer arbitration fees shall be submitted directly to the court and ruled upon by the presiding judge.(2) Excepting cases where fees are waived or deferred pursuant to ORS 36.420(2), if either party fails to pay the prescribed mediation or arbitration fee within 14 calendar days of assignment, the mediator or arbitrator shall report the non-payment to the court in writing to allow the court to determine whether it is appropriate to sanction the party under UTCR 1.090.Hood River Supp. L. R. SLR 12.125
Amended effective 2/1/2024.