This interaction enables the afore- mentioned personnel to identify scheduling problems and make the necessary revisions in calendaring so that cases can be moved to trial with minimal delay. An important factor in the success of the team concept is cross-training. Team members are cross-trained within their team as to each aspect of the team's area of responsibility. Consequently, the team works more effectively, notwithstanding, any absences due to illness or during scheduled vacation periods. In an effort to expedite to expedite cases through the court system, there are several programs that are available under the Complimentary Dispute Resolution Program, e.g., Automobile and Personal Injury Arbitration, Contract Mediation, Chancery Equity Mediation, Bar Panel Conferencing and Law Secretary Mediation.
Attorneys serve on a pro bono basis as mediators and panelists.
However, automobile and personal injury arbitrators are monetarily compensated for their services. These programs enable cases to be heard at an earlier point in time and in many instances, settlement is effectuated prior to the assigned trial date. Programs such as Law Secretary Mediation and Bar Panel Conferencing are utilized to resolve Small Claims and Special Part cases prior to their assigned trial date. The Juvenile Intake Unit processes all Juvenile Complaints and Crisis Petitions from start to finish. Once a complaint or Petitions has been received, it is docketed and scheduled for a hearing.