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Mediation at no additional cost to eligible litigants - parties engaged in Civil Litigation - through the Civil Mediation Program (established by the Judicial Council of California through the Temporary Assigned Judges Program): a Stipulation Regarding Mediation (MED-01, mandatory) and a Mediation Confidentiality Agreement completed and filed with the court, with no filing fee; the approval of the judge presiding over the case and both parties’ agreement; the Court’s Mediation Coordinator then seeking an available mediator through the program, mediation no longer offered through it if none is available; the session on the mutually agreed-upon date, remote appearances at the discretion of the assigned mediator; participation not eliminating the need for proper and timely filings and discovery; the parties drafting and submitting any agreement, settlement agreement or dismissal; the mediation completed prior to the Mandatory Settlement Conference - a failure, unless excused upon a timely showing of good cause by written declaration, possibly resulting in the cancellation of the Mandatory Settlement Conference - and a Mediation Status Report filed at least 10 days prior to it, a failure possibly bringing an Order to Show Cause (OSC) hearing; the Confidentiality Agreement applying Evidence Code §§1115-1129; the Civil Mediation Program Administrator reached through Court Services at (530)623-1208 or courtclerks@trinitycounty.org.
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Superior Court of California County of Trinity Civil Mediation Program Information Packet Overview Mediation is a useful alternative to litigation that allows individuals to resolve disputes outside of court in a cooperative manner. In mediation, the mediator (a neutral) assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution of their dispute. The mediator does not decide how the dispute will be resolved, the parties do. It is a cooperative process guided by the mediator to create an agreement that addresses each person’s interests. Mediation often leads to better communication between the parties and lasting resolutions. It is particularly effective when parties have a continuing relationship, such as neighbors or businesses. It is also very effective where personal feelings get in the way of a resolution. Mediation normally gives the parties a chance to express their concerns in a voluntary and confidential process while working towards a resolution. Mediation is commonly used for most civil case types and can provide the greatest level of flexibility for parties. The Judicial Council of California has established the Civil Mediation Program through the Temporary Assigned Judges Program1. This allows mediation to be offered at no additional cost to eligible litigants. This packet provides information and instructions regarding this program as utilized by the Trinity County Superior Court. Eligibility Parties engaged in Civil Litigation are eligible to participate in the program. Procedure for Participation in the Civil Mediation Program Eligible parties intending to participate in the Civil Mediation Program must complete and file with the court a Stipulation Regarding Mediation and a Mediation Confidentiality Agreement. These forms are included at the end of this packet, and can be found on the court’s website at www.trinity.courts.ca.gov. There is no filing fee for these forms. The judge presiding over the case must issue approval for the Program. Both parties must agree to engage in mediation, file the Stipulation Regarding Mediation, and the Mediation Confidentiality Agreement. Once this these steps are completed, then the Court’s Mediation Coordinator will begin efforts to identify an available mediator through the Temporary Assigned Judges Civil Mediation Program. If no mediator is available to take the assignment, then mediation will no longer be offered through this program. 1 Belloli, C. (Dec. 8, 2023). Memorandum: Temporary Assigned Judges Civil Mediation Program: Update and Program Implementation on January 16, 2024. Judicial Council of California. The mediation session will take place on the mutually agreed-upon date. Remote appearances for mediation sessions are authorized at the discretion of the assigned mediator. Parties Should Note: Participation in the Civil Mediation Program, does not eliminate the need for proper and timely filing of case documents, including pleadings, and complying with discovery requirements and other rules of Civil Procedure. Reaching an Agreement At the conclusion of the mediation, whether or not a resolution is reached, the parties will be responsible for drafting and submitting any agreement, settlement agreement, dismissal or any other appropriate documents concerning the outcome of mediation. For further information, please contact the Civil Mediation Program Administrator by calling Court Services at (530)623-1208 or by emailing courtclerks@trinitycounty.org. ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY (Name, state bar number, and address): FOR COURT USE ONLY TELEPHONE NO: FAX NO: ATTORNEY FOR (Name): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA • COUNTY OF TRINITY 11 Court St. Weaverville, CA 96096 (530)623-1208 PLAINTIFF/PETITIONER: DEFENDANT/RESPONDENT: CASE NUMBER: STIPULATION REGARDING MEDIATION The parties stipulate that they will engage in the Mediation process: The parties further Stipulate that has been selected as the mediator (Only if applicable) Address: City, State, Zip Phone Number: The parties acknowledge that they shall engage in mediation. The mediation must be completed prior to the Mandatory Settlement Conference. Unless excused but the Court upon a timely showing of good cause by written declaration, failure to complete mediation may result in the cancellation of a Mandatory Settlement Conference. Parties will be required to file a Mediation Status Report at least 10 days prior to the Mandatory Settlement Conference. Failure to do so may result in an Order to Show Cause (OSC) hearing set by the court. /S/ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party /S/ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party /S/ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party /S/ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party Additional signatures on Stipulation Regarding Attachment MED-01 STIPULATION REGARDING MEDIATION MANDATORY PLAINTIFF/PETITIONER: CASE NUMBER: DEFENDANT/RESPONDENT: STIPULATION REGARDING MEDIATION ATTACHMENT FOR ADDITIONAL SIGNATURES. __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party __________ ____________________________ /S/_________________________________ Date Type or Print Name Signature of Party or Attorney for Party MED-01-ATT ATTACHMENT FOR ADDITIONAL SIGNATURES ATTACHMENT Office of the Court Executive Superior Court of the State of California County of Trinity Mediation Confidentiality Agreement Case Number: __________________ 1. The parties hereby stipulate to mediation and, in doing so, agree to the following: Confidentiality 2. The provisions of the Evidence Code §§1115-1129 apply to this mediation, including the requirement for counsel to obtain from client(s) the printed disclosure regarding confidentiality, as set forth in §1129. 3. The parties hereby agree that, by signing this Agreement, the mediation will be confidential. Therefore, nothing the parties present during mediation, verbally or in the form of documents, will be admitted into evidence in a future court proceeding. However, any evidence otherwise admissible, or subject to discovery outside of the mediation, is not protected under the confidentiality portion of this Agreement. 4. The mediator in this matter may not be called as a witness at a hearing or any other court proceeding. Furthermore, you cannot compel the mediator to disclose the substance of any discussions that take place during the mediation. Exceptions to Confidentiality 5. If the parties come to a mutually acceptable written agreement, as a result of this mediation, confidentiality does not protect the written agreement. Your signature on the written agreement constitutes a waiver of confidentiality, for that specific agreement, pursuant to Evidence Code §1122. If the mediator, or any participant, becomes aware of the commission, or likely commission, of a crime, confidentiality may be inapplicable. 6. You have the right to speak with an attorney regarding conversations that take place during mediation. Therefore, you are allowed to disclose otherwise confidential information to your attorney. Mediator’s Responsibilities 7. The mediator, and the parties involved in this matter, agree that the mediator is not practicing law and owes no legal duty to them by virtue of their capacity as mediator for this case. The mediator will not act as either party’s attorney either during mediation or any time in the future. Additionally, the mediator agrees not to take sides or favor one party over another. 8. The mediator has no power to make decisions, or authority to render a binding judgment, on the parties. Therefore, your participation in this mediation is completely voluntary. I have read the forgoing and agree to be bound by the terms hereof: _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Petitioner (Print Name) Respondent (Print Name) _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Petitioner (Signature) Date Respondent (Signature) Date _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Attorney for Petitioner (Print Name) Attorney for Respondent (Print Name) _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Attorney for Petitioner (Signature) Date Attorney for Respondent (Signature) Date ______________________________________________ Mediator Date
Superior Court of California County of Trinity Civil Mediation Program Information Packet Overview Mediation is a useful alternative to litigation that allows individuals to resolve disputes outside of court in a cooperative manner. In mediation, the mediator (a neutral) assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution of their dispute. The mediator does not decide how the dispute
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