Other case events are not tolled during the mediation process. The court sets dates for pretrial and trial independently of the mediation process. Party roles and sanctions. The key decision makers must attend the mediation conference. Failure to comply with attendance or settlement authority requirements may subject a party to sanctions by the court.
Mediation is confidential.
No information about the process is provided to the trial judge or court staff. The mediation conference and all proceedings relating thereto, including statements made by any party, attorney, or other participant, are confidential and are inadmissible to the same extent that discussions of compromise and settlement are inadmissible under Fed. No reporting or research requirement may require a mediator to divulge any confidence in violation of this rule. Neutrals Qualifications and training. Selection for case.