SLR 18-12.103: Assignment of Mediator in Civil Actions

(1) If no arbitrator has been selected or assigned at the time of the stipulation to mediate, the parties may: (a) Select a mediator by stipulation; or (b) Follow the procedures for assignment of an arbitrator pursuant to UTCR 13.080, except that the mediator shall be chosen from among those on the court’s list of mediators. (2) Mediators whose names are maintained on the court’s list shall have the qualifications of arbitrators under UTCR 13.090(l). (3) If an arbitrator has been assigned at the time of the stipulation to mediate, the parties may select a mediator in either of the following methods: (a) Request the arbitrator to serve as a mediator. If the arbitrator agrees to serve as mediator, UTCR 13.130 will not apply. (b) Stipulate to another mediator. If another mediator is selected, the arbitrator shall be informed immediately, and shall be compensated, pursuant to UTCR 13.120, for any time already invested in the case.