Mediation is an alternative option for resolving disputes. Mediators are neutral persons who can assist parties in reaching settlements without litigation.  ADR is required in civil cases in the Second, Third and Fourth District Courts, with a few exceptions.

For more information about Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution:

For a synopsis, click here.

Utah Rules of Judicial Administration, Rule 4-510
http://courtlink.utcourts.gov/rules/ucja/ch04/4-510.htm

Information about the ADR Section of the Utah State Bar
http://www.utahbar.org/sites/adr/html/october_2001.html

For a listing of the mediators available in domestic cases:
http://courtlink.utcourts.gov/mediation/roster/expert21.htm#DOMEST IC

For additional information you may want to look at the following sites:

Child Welfare Mediation pilot program
http://courtlink.utcourts.gov/mediation/chldmed.htm

Utah State Court Appellate Mediation Office
http://courtlink.utcourts.gov/mediation/coamed.htm

divorcesource.com Questions and Answers about Mediation
http://www.divorcesource.com/OR/ARTICLES/scher4.html

Pilot program for expedited  parent-time enforcement
http://www.le.state.ut.us/~code/TITLE30/htm/30_03048.htm

Standards of Practice for Mediators

Frequently Asked Questions about Mediation-Click here