Illinois

Civil Justice Reform Act of 1990

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: With this bill, each United States district court is required to develop a civil justice expense and delay reduction plan. As part of this plan, the act authorizes district courts to refer appropriate cases to designated ADR programs. The act also re...

Alternative Dispute Resolution Act of 1998

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This act authorizes each United States District Court to require litigants in all civil cases to consider the use of ADR process. It provides the framework by which each district court should promulgate procedures and rules regarding the ADR process ...

Illinois Statutes 750 ILCS 5/101-802 Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: Section 5/508(c) of this statute addresses client responsibility and the collection of attorneys fees. In cases where there is a controversy over fees and costs, no final hearing is permitted unless the party and their former counsel have submitted t...

Illinois Statutes 710 ILCS 40 - Reviewing Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Act

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: The Supreme Court is authorized to set rules determining the "practice, procedure and administration" of alternative dispute resolution programs in the appellate courts. The statute also makes inapplicable the Uniform Mediation Act and the Uniform Ar...

Illinois Statutes 710 ILCS 35 - Illinois Uniform Mediation Act

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This act makes all mediation communications confidential, with certain exceptions. It bars mediators from reporting specified information to the court regarding the mediation and requires all mediators to disclose conflicts of interest to the parties...

Illinois Statutes 765 ILCS 605/32 Alternate Dispute Resolution; mediation; arbitration

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This act states that according to the declaration or bylaws of a condominium association, disputants engaged in a dispute with no monetary value, or a value of less than $10,000, are required to take the dispute to mediation or arbitration. Illinois ...

Illinois Statutes 30 ILCS 765: Illinois Equal Justice Act

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This act amends the Illinois Farm Legal Assistance Act. It authorizes the Illinois Equal Justice Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation created by the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association, to establish and administer the I...

Illinois Statutes 705 ILCS 405/5-310: Illinois Juvenile Court Act - Community Mediation Program

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This act calls for the establishment of community programs designed to provide citizen participation in addressing juvenile delinquency through panels that informally hear juvenile cases that are referred as station adjustments, probation adjustments...

Illinois Statutes 750 ILCS 5/508(c)(4): Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act - ADR in Matrimonial Fee Dispute Cases

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This section of the Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act addresses when an ADR process to resolve disputes between lawyers and clients regarding fees and costs in matrimonial cases is mandatory. Such a process is mandatory in judicial circuits fo...

Illinois Statutes 710 ILCS 20: Illinois Not-for-Profit Dispute Resolution Center Act

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This act authorizes the creation of a dispute resolution fund in judicial circuits located in counties with a population of greater than 2,000,000, and offers the terms under which other judicial circuits may establish such a fund. It also defines te...

Illinois Statutes 735 ILCS 5/ Art II - Pt 10A - Mandatory Arbitration System

Resource Type: Legislation

Abstract: This section authorizes the use of arbitration by three-member panel in civil actions valued up to $50,000 by implementation of Illinois Supreme Court Rules, which should address qualifications, compensation, and appointment of the arbitrators. The s...

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Local Rule 83.5 - Confidentiality of Alternative Dispute Resolution Proceedings

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule makes confidential all non-binding ADR proceedings in a case pending before the court, including any act or statement made by any party, attorney or other participant. ...

Illinois 3rd Judicial Circuit Local Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The local rules for Illinois' 3rd Judicial Circuit cover Illinois' Madison and Bond Counties.  Rules of Practice Arbitration: Covers Madison County's mandatory arbitration program.  Rules of Practice, Part 5: Mediation in Medical Malpractice Cases:...

Illinois 1st Judicial Circuit Local Court Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The local court rules for Illlinois' 1st Judicial Circuit cover Illinois' Alexander,Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Pope, Saline, Union, and Williamson Counties. Article VII: Outlines rules for the court's Family Law Mediation Program. Whenever possible a...

18th Judicial Circuit Local Rules 15.15-15.16 - Mediation Referral Program and Custody Evaluation Program

Abstract: These rules authorize the referral of all issues of parental responsibility, child custody, visitation, removal, access or other non-economic issue to mediation and excludes cases in which an impediment to mediation is found to exist. Rule 15.15 outl...

Illinois 2nd Judicial Circuit Local Court Rules

Abstract: The local rules for Illinois' 2nd Judicial Circuit cover Illinois' Edwards, Crawford, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jefferson, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, Wayne, and White Counties. These rules outline the procedures for various programs in t...

19th Judicial Circuit Local Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: These are the local rules for the Illinois' 19th Judicial Circuit. Chapter 7 of the local rules outlines alternative dispute resolution and covers the mandatory arbitration rules, the mortgage foreclosure mediation program, and the civil division med...

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, Rule 33: Prehearing Conference

Abstract: "At the conference the court may, among other things, examine its jurisdiction, simplify and define issues, consolidate cases, establish the briefing schedule, set limitations on the length of briefs, and explore the possibility of settlement." ...

Illinois 12th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order No. 10-18: Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program

Abstract: This order establishes administrative procedures for the circuit's mandatory foreclosure mediation program. A new $150 fee will be charged for every foreclosure filing in the circuit. For residential foreclosure cases, plaintiffs will send defendant ...

Illinois 11th Judicial Circuit Court Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: These rules govern Illinois 11th Judicial Circuit serving Ford, Livingston, Logan, McLean, and Woodford counties. Rule 104 covers the Court-Annexed Civil Mediation Program operated in the Ford and McLean Counties. The rule addresses actions eligible...

Illinois 6th Judicial Circuit Macon County Administrative Order 2018-4: Residential Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This administrative order provides information on Macon County's Mandatory Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Program. The administrative order includes rules for the program and exhibits of required program and court documents. ...

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Local Rule 16.1 (Standing Order Establishing Pretrial Procedure)

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule includes the Standing Order Establishing Pretrial Procedure, Section 5 of which refers to settlement. Section 5 addresses the authority of the court to require settlement discussions, who should be present at such discussions, and who shoul...

Illinois 9th Judicial Circuit Local Rules,

Abstract: These are the local rules for Illinois' 9th Judicial Circuit serving Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren counties.  Part 6: Mandatory Meidation for Child Custody, Visitation, and Removal of the local rules provides the rules for ...

Illinois 19th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 4-3.9 Family Mediation Program

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to refer all family cases involving child allocation of parental responsibility, allocation of parenting time, removal, or other non-economic issues relating to the child or children, to mediation. The rule covers the c...

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Local Rule - 16.3 Voluntary Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule and the procedures adopted pursuant to it, all cases filed under the Federal Trademark Act of 1946 are assigned to mediation, from which the parties may opt out. No matter whether they opt out or not, the attorneys must certify that t...

3rd Judicial Circuit of Illinois Standing Case Management Order for All Asbestos Personal Injury Cases - Part V: Settlement Conferences

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This order establishes a mediation process for asbestos personal injury cases filed in Madison County. The "mediator" in this case is the Asbestos Presiding Judge or anyone designated by the Asbestos Presiding Judge. The order discusses attendance, s...

U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois Local Civil Rule 16.4: Civil Case ADR

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to utilize mediation, summary jury trials, and summary bench trials as alternative methods of dispute resolution. All civil cases, including adversary proceedings in bankruptcy, may be referred to mediation. Summary jur...

Illinois 6th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order 2006-03 (IV): Mandatory Mediation of Custody, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities, Relocation and Parenting Time Proceedings

Abstract: Part IV of this Administrative Order outlines procedures for Illinois' 6th Circuit Child Protection Mediation Program. The rules require mandatory mediation of custody, allocation of parental responsibilities, relocation and parenting time issues. Th...

4th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules

Abstract: The local rules for Illinois' 4th Judicial Circuit provide information on Illinois' Christian, Clay, Clinton, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Marion, Montgomery, and Shelby counties. Rule 11 provides information on the child custody mediation program. T...

16th Judicial Circuit Local Rules - Child Protection Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Article 16 of the Kane County Local Rules outlines the court's rules for Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency. Rule 16.03 outlines the court's Child Protection Mediation Program. The Child Protection Mediation Program focuses on issues relating to the temp...

Illinois 5th Judicial Circuit Local Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The local rules for Illinois' 5th Judicial Circuit provide information for Illinois' Edgar, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, and Vermillion Counties. Rule VIII(I) describes Vermilion County court's Mandatory Mediation Program for Child Custody and Visitati...

Illinois 6th Judicial Circuit (Champaign County) Administrative Order 2014-1: Residential Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This Administrative Order provides rules for Illinois 6th Circuit Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program in Champaign County. The order covers filing procedures and fees, pre-mediation conferences, the mediaton process, and medi...

Rules of the Circuit Court of the 6th Circuit, Part 7: Domestic Relations - Special Rules Pertaining to Matrimonial Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Rule 7.1(b) authorizes the court to order mediation in matrimonial cases involving contested issues of child custody. ...

Illinois 10th Judicial Circuit Local Court Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The local rules for Illinois' 10th Judicial Circuit serving Marshall, Peoria, Putnam, Stark, and Tazewell counties.  Part 2 - Case Management: Covers case management conferencing in domestic relation court, pleading designation and duties of circuit...

Illinois Supreme Court Rule 99.1: Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Programs

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule establishes requirements for mortgage foreclosure mediation programs in Illinois. Mortgage foreclosure mediation programs must be governed by local rules that conform with the general requirements for mediation programs set forth in Rule 99...

11th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Administrative Order No. 2012-25: McLean County Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program

Resource Type: Order

Abstract: Administrative Order 2012-25 amends Administrative Order No. 2012-03 which established the McLean County Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program. This administrative order outlines how plaintiffs must file their residential forec...

19th Judicial Circuit Local Rules Chapter 3-1.08 Small Claims Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to provide mediation services for small claims and law magistrate disputes involving pro se litigants. Judges may also refer small claims and law magistrate cases to mediation if they believe it would be appropriate. Me...

9th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois Local Rule Part 6.15 - Qualifications/Training of Non-Judicial Mediators

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule establishes requirements for mediator qualifications in the 9th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois. According to the rule, mediators must have earned a law, masters or other advanced degree, must have completed a 40-hour training program an...

12th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order No. 10-19: Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Schedule

Abstract: This administrative order sets the schedules for pre-mediation and mediation conferences for the court's mandatory foreclosure mediation program. ...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Administrative Order No. 10-18: Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Program

Resource Type: Order

Abstract: This order establishes administrative procedures for the circuit's mandatory foreclosure mediation program. A new $150 fee will be charged for every foreclosure filing in the circuit. For residential foreclosure cases, plaintiffs will send defendant ...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Administrative Order No. 10-19: Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mandatory Mediation Schedule

Resource Type: Order

Abstract: This administrative order sets the schedules for pre-mediation and mediation conferences for the court's mandatory foreclosure mediation program. ...

12th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 17.06: Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation

Abstract: The clerk of the court is required to automatically schedule all residential foreclosure cases filed on or after Aug. 1, 2010, for mandatory pre-mediation conferences. The clerk must also provide a form notifying defendant borrowers about the foreclo...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 17.06: Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The clerk of the court is required to automatically schedule all residential foreclosure cases filed on or after Aug. 1, 2010, for mandatory pre-mediation conferences. The clerk must also provide a form notifying defendant borrowers about the foreclo...

Cook County Circuit Court General Administrative Order 2010-01: Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program

Abstract: This order revises the mortgage foreclosure summons to include a notice about the the court's foreclosure mediation program, and instructs the plaintiff's counsel to serve the summons to the defendant. The order also includes a brief history of the d...

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, General Administrative Order 2010-01: Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This order revises the mortgage foreclosure summons to include a notice about the the court's foreclosure mediation program, and instructs the plaintiff's counsel to serve the summons to the defendant. The order also includes a brief history of the d...

19th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Chapter 4, Part 3, Section 19 (4-3.19): Family Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to refer all family cases involving child custody, visitation and removal, as well as other non-economic disputes, to mediation. A 2008 amendment to the rule authorizes the court to also refer never-married parents invo...

20th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules of Practice, Rule 8.01: Domestic Relations

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Rule 8.01 authorizes judges to refer cases involving child custody disputes to mediation, among other alternatives. ...

15th Circuit Local Rule 9A - Mediation in Cases Involving Child Custody or Visitation

Abstract: This rule mandates mediation for all child custody and visitation disputes, except in cases where the presiding judge determines one or both parties would be unable to fully participate in the process. The rule discusses the qualifications and duties...

16th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 14.15 - Family Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The rule limits court-referred mediation to issues of child custody, visitation, removal, or other non-economic issues relating to the child or children, and excludes any cases in which an impairment of one of the parties is found to exist. It outlin...

15th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 9A - Mediation in Cases Involving Child Custody or Visitation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule mandates mediation for all child custody and visitation disputes, except in cases where the presiding judge determines one or both parties would be unable to fully participate in the process. The rule discusses the qualifications and duties...

6th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Administrative Order 06-3, Part IV - Custody and Visitation Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The rule outlines the subject matter of mediation, the procedures to follow during the initial stages of mediation, mediator qualifications, and conduct of the mediation conferences. The rule also provides for confidentiality of communications made i...

22nd Judicial Circuit Court Rules, Part 20. Civil Division Mediation Program

Abstract: Under this rule, any contested civil matter with a value greater than eligibility for the Mandatory Arbitration Program may be referred to mediation. Such referral may be by order of the court or stipulation of the parties. The rule calls for parties...

21st Judicial Circuit Local Rules, Part 9: Divorce Mediation Program Rules of Procedure

Abstract: Under these rules, all cases filed in Kankakee County involving child custody, visitation and removal may be referred to mediation if the presiding judge determines that it is appropriate. Parties may also choose to mediate other relevant issues, inc...

22nd Judicial Circuit Court Rules, Part 17.00: Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: Under this rule, all cases valued between $10,000 and $50,000 are transferred to mandatory arbitration at filing. Other cases so valued but not transferred by the clerk may be referred to the program by the court at a status conference or pre-trial h...

13th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules 8.15-8.24: Mediation of Child Custody and Visitation Issues

Abstract: Under these rules, the designated judge must order mediation of "any contested issue of parental responsibility, custody, visitation, guardianship, removal or access to children" unless the case is determined to be ineligible due to concerns about sa...

22nd Judicial Circuit Local Rule 20.06 - Small Claims Voluntary Mediation Program

Abstract: Under these rules, pro se litigants in small claims court will be given the option on their return date to immediately mediate their case. The mediations are to be conducted by volunteer lawyers who have received basic mediation skills training. The ...

14th Judicial Circuit Local Rules, Part 9(A)(m): Family Mediation Program

Abstract: Mediation is mandatory for all child custody, visitation and removal disputes under this rule. The mediation requirement may be waived if the court determines that an impediment exists that would affect one or both party's ability to participate in m...

22nd Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois Local Rules, Part 18.00 - Family Division Mediation Program Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule orders court-referred mediation for issues of child custody, visitation and removal except where an impairment exists. It outlines the referral and mediation process as well as the qualifications and duties of mediators. The rule addresses ...

13th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules 8.15-8.24: Mediation of Child Custody and Visitation Issues

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under these rules, the designated judge must order mediation of "any contested issue of parental responsibility, custody, visitation, guardianship, removal or access to children" unless the case is determined to be ineligible due to concerns about sa...

21st Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules, Part 9: Divorce Mediation Program Rules of Procedure

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under these rules, all cases filed in Kankakee County involving child custody, visitation and removal may be referred to mediation if the presiding judge determines that it is appropriate. Parties may also choose to mediate other relevant issues, inc...

14th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules, Part 9(A)(m): Family Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Mediation is mandatory for all child custody, visitation and removal disputes under this rule. The mediation requirement may be waived if the court determines that an impediment exists that would affect one or both party's ability to participate in m...

22nd Judicial Circuit of Illinois Court Rules, Part 20 - Civil Division Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, any contested civil matter with a value greater than eligibility for the Mandatory Arbitration Program may be referred to mediation. Such referral may be by order of the court or stipulation of the parties. The rule calls for parties...

22nd Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 20.06 - Small Claims Voluntary Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under these rules, pro se litigants in small claims court will be given the option on their return date to immediately mediate their case. The mediations are to be conducted by volunteer lawyers who have received basic mediation skills training. The ...

22nd Judicial Circuit of Illinois Court Rules, Part 17.00: Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, all cases valued between $10,000 and $50,000 are transferred to mandatory arbitration at filing. Other cases so valued but not transferred by the clerk may be referred to the program by the court at a status conference or pre-trial h...

9th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules: Mandatory Mediation for Allocation of Parenting Time, Parenting Responsibilities or Relocation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule applies to all cases involving child custody, visitation or removal disputes. Mediation is mandatory for all cases, unless the court determines an impediment exists that would affect a party's ability to mediate "safely, competently or in g...

Cook County Circuit Court Local Rule 21 - Chancery Division Court-Annexed Mediation

Abstract: Under this rule, any contested matter filed in the Chancery Division may be referred to mediation by order of the court, by motion, or by stipulation. Mediators are selected and paid by the parties unless an appropriate case is referred to the Center...

Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court Local Rule 21 - Chancery Division Court-Annexed Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, any contested matter filed in the Chancery Division may be referred to mediation by order of the court, by motion, or by stipulation. Mediators are selected and paid by the parties unless an appropriate case is referred to the Center...

8th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 7.4 - Mediation Program for Domestic Relations and Family Law Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, the parties to contested issues of parental responsibility, custody, visitation, removal or access in which an impediment does not exist may not proceed to a hearing on those issues until mediation has concluded, or with leave of the...

Illinois Supreme Court Rule 905: Child Custody and Visitation Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule mandates that each judicial circuit establish a mediation program for all cases involving child custody and visitation issues. Additionally, the rule outlines what the local court rules for these programs should address. ...

19th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Chapter 7: Alternative Dispute Resolution Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed mediation for major civil litigation in the 19th Circuit. It explains the purpose of the mediation process, the actions eligible for court-annexed mediation, scheduling of the mediation and mediation rules and pr...

17th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 2.09 - Court-Annexed Small Claims Mediation

Abstract: This rule authorizes referral to mediation of small claims cases involving pro se litigants. All such litigants shall be offered the opportunity to participate in mediation at the first return date; however, mediation can take place at any time in th...

17th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 2.09 - Court-Annexed Small Claims Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes referral to mediation of small claims cases involving pro se litigants. All such litigants shall be offered the opportunity to participate in mediation at the first return date; however, mediation can take place at any time in th...

Illinois Supreme Court Rule 310.1: Appellate Court Settlement Conference Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes the appellate courts to establish mediation programs. Courts electing to establish mediation program are directed to adopt rules for the conduct of mediation proceedings and to submit them to the Supreme Court. The rule specifies...

20th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Court-Annexed Mediation for Civil Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This Administrative Order outlines the rules and procedures for the Major Civil Case Mediation Program in the 20th Judicial Circuit of Illinois. It addresses the eligible actions as well as exclusions from the program, appointment of the mediator, co...

17th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 14.09 - Financial Mediation Program

Abstract: This rule authorizes the referral of property and financial disputes to mediation. Referred cases may not proceed to a judicial hearing on contested issues without leave of court or until the mediation process has been concluded and its outcome has b...

17th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 14.09 - Financial Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes the referral of property and financial disputes to mediation. Referred cases may not proceed to a judicial hearing on contested issues without leave of court or until the mediation process has been concluded and its outcome has b...

Cook County Circuit Court General Order 03 D 8 - Domestic Relations Division General Order Regarding ADR

Abstract: This order outlines the procedures for the mediation and binding arbitration of fee disputes in the Domestic Relations Division. According to this order, fee dispute cases must go through either binding arbitration or mediation prior to being heard b...

Circuit Court of Cook County Domestic Division General Order 03 D 8

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This order outlines the procedures for the mediation and binding arbitration of fee disputes in the Domestic Relations Division. According to this order, fee dispute cases must go through either binding arbitration or mediation prior to being heard b...

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois: Local Rules for Alternative Dispute Resolution Mediation

Abstract: These rules authorize the use of mediation for all civil cases except those involving pro se litigants, mortgage foreclosures, social security, prisoner civil rights, and bankruptcy appeals. Under these rules, a case may enter mediation on stipulatio...

14th Judicial Circuit Local Rules, Part 26: Rules of Civil Mediation

Abstract: Under these rules, mediation is voluntary for any civil case valued in excess of eligibility for Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration. The rules outline the mediation process from referral to termination, mediator compensation, mediator immunity, comm...

14th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules, Part 26: Court-Annexed Civil Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under these rules, mediation is voluntary for any civil case valued in excess of eligibility for Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration. The rules outline the mediation process from referral to termination, mediator compensation, mediator immunity, comm...

12th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 8.17: Mediation Program - Family Division Cases

Abstract: This rule mandates mediation for all custody, visitation, and other non-economic child-related issues. The rule discusses the qualifications of mediators, establishes referral procedures, and delineates the extent of confidentiality granted to the me...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 8.17: Mediation Program - Family Division Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule mandates mediation for all custody, visitation, and other non-economic child-related issues. The rule discusses the qualifications of mediators, establishes referral procedures, and delineates the extent of confidentiality granted to the me...

Illinois Supreme Court Rule 99: Mediation Programs

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes judicial circuits to undertake mediation programs. Circuits electing to establish mediation program are directed to adopt rules for the conduct of mediation proceedings and to submit them to the Supreme Court. The Rule specifies ...

17th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 14.08 - Non-Judicial Child Custody and Visitation Mediation

Abstract: The rule authorizes the referral of all issues of child custody, visitation, and removal to mediation except when one of the parties is unable to participate competently. It outlines the qualifications and duties of mediators, including advising the ...

17th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 14.08 - Non-Judicial Child Custody and Visitation Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The rule authorizes the referral of all issues of child custody, visitation and removal to mediation except when one of the parties is unable to participate competently. It outlines the qualifications and duties of mediators, including advising the p...

U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois Local Civil Rule 16.4 - Alternative Dispute Resolution

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to utilize mediation, summary jury trials, and summary bench trials as alternative methods of dispute resolution. All civil cases, including adversary proceedings in bankruptcy, may be referred to mediation. Summary jur...

14th Judicial Circuit Local Rules, Part 24: Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: This rule discusses the actions subject to mandatory arbitration, qualifications to be an arbitrator, procedures for the scheduling of hearings, discovery, conduct of the hearings, default of a party, awards and judgments. It also describes the admin...

14th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules, Part 24: Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule discusses the actions subject to mandatory arbitration, qualifications to be an arbitrator, procedures for the scheduling of hearings, discovery, conduct of the hearings, default of a party, awards and judgments. It also describes the admin...

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois Rule 16.3 - Settlement Conferences

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is encouraged by the court through 'early neutral evaluations in the form of settlement conferences in all civil cases,' with some exceptions. The court may also 'set a civil case for s...

Champaign County Court-Referred Program for Mediation of Financial Issues in Domestic Relations Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The court may order or parties may request mediation in domestic relations cases involving contested financial issues. Child support disputes brought by the Champaign County State's Attorney's office are ineligible for mediation. In its order, the co...

Circuit Administrative Order 99-4 for the Circuit Court of Illinois 6th Judicial Circuit

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This Administrative Order outlines the process for the 6th Circuit Court-Annexed Mediation Program. Included are mediation referral, the scheduling of mediations, and mediation rules and procedures (pg. 32). ...

15th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 16.7: Small Claims Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Small claims cases in which any party appears pro se at the initial return date are eligible for mediation. Volunteer mediators will be available at the small claims call to mediate cases immediately upon referral by the judge. The rule describes the...

15th Judicial Circuit Local Rules 16.1-16.6: Civil Mediation Program Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Judges may order or parties may request mediation in civil cases with monetary claims over $50,000. Parties may select their own mediator, or the court may appoint one from a court roster of certified mediators. The rule addresses scheduling and cond...

16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County IL, Mandatory Foreclosure Mediation Program Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The Kane County Foreclosure Mediation Program is designed to reduce the burden of expenses sustained by lenders, borrowers and taxpayers as a result of residential mortgage foreclosures. An initial notice describing the mediation program along with a...

St. Clair County Foreclosure Mediation Program Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The St. Clair County Foreclosure Mediation Program was designed to alleviate the costs incurred by borrowers, lenders and taxpayers caused by residential mortgage foreclosures. The program consists of pre-mediation and mediation conferences in which ...

17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, IL: Residential Foreclosure Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The 17th Judicial Circuit's Foreclosure Mediation Program consists of both mediation and pre-mediation conferences, which are designed to determine which cases are suitable for mediation. The plaintiff is stayed from proceeding with the entry of judg...

19th Judicial Circuit, Lake County, IL: Residential Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The Lake County Residential Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program is designed to alleviate the financial burden on lenders, homeowners, and taxpayers caused by residential mortgage foreclosures and to foster direct communication between ...

Illinois Uniform Arbitration Act, 710 ILCS 5

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The Illinois Uniform Arbitration Act provides that a written agreement to submit any existing or future controversy to arbitration is enforceable and irrevocable in this state. The court can stay an arbitration proceeding if a party can show that the...

Illinois Healthcare Arbitration Act, 710 ILCS 15

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The Illinois Healthcare Arbitration Act applies to all agreements to arbitrate claims arising from the provision of healthcare services. The employees of a hospital or healthcare provider are deemed to be parties to every healthcare arbitration agree...

Illinois Not-for-Profit Dispute Resolution Center Act, ILCS Ch. 710 Act 20

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This Act dictates that a nonprofit dispute resolution fund and center must be established in any county with a population of over two million people. Each party initiating the action owes a fee to the court's clerk of $1 which contributes to the disp...

12th Judicial Circuit Rule 17.00: Court-Annexed Mediation of Civil Cases

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to order to mediation any contested civil case valued more than $50,000 and provides parties the opportunity to move to dispense with that order. Should mediation go forward, mediators are selected from a roster, discov...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Rule 17.00: Court-Annexed Mediation of Civil Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes the court to order to mediation any contested civil case valued more than $50,000 and provides parties the opportunity to move to dispense with that order. Should mediation go forward, mediators are selected from a roster, discov...

Illinois 18th Judicial Circuit Local Rules 15.15-15.16 - Mediation Referral Program and Custody Evaluation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: These rules authorize the referral of all issues of parental responsibility, child custody, visitation, removal, access or other non-economic issue to mediation and excludes cases in which an impediment to mediation is found to exist. Rule 15.15 outl...

18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 15.22 - Expedited Matrimonial Fee Arbitration Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule mandates the use of arbitration to resolve disputes regarding fees in domestic relations cases pursuant to 750 ILCS 5/508(c) as long as neither the counsel nor the client opts out. It outlines the powers and duties of the Presiding Judge of...

17th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 2.08 - Major Civil Mediation

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed mediation for major civil litigation in the 17th Circuit (Winnebago and Boone Counties). It outlines actions eligible for court-annexed mediations, scheduling mediations, mediation rules and procedures, which inc...

17th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 2.08 - Major Civil Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed mediation for major civil litigation in the 17th Circuit (Winnebago and Boone Counties). It outlines actions eligible for court-annexed mediations, scheduling mediations, mediation rules and procedures, which inc...

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Local Rule 16.3 et seq.

Abstract: Under this rule, all cases filed under the Federal Trademark Act of 1946 are assigned to mediation, from which the parties may opt out. No matter whether they opt out or not, the attorneys must certify that they have discussed the option of mediation...

18th Judicial Circuit Article 14 - Court Ordered Mediation for Civil Cases

Abstract: Under this rule, mediation is voluntary for civil cases valued in excess of eligibility for court-annexed mandatory arbitration. The rule outlines the mediation process from referral to termination, confidentiality of communications, and mediator qua...

18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Article 14 - Court Ordered Mediation for Civil Cases

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, mediation is voluntary for civil cases valued in excess of eligibility for Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration. The rule outlines the mediation process from referral to termination, confidentiality of communications, and mediator qua...

U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois Local Civil Rule 16.1(b): Pretrial Procedure - Settlement Conference

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule identifies the role of settlement conferences in pretrial procedures. The rule addresses the authority of the presiding judge to require that parties submit to settlement conferences, who should be present at settlement conferences, and who...

12th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 16.00: Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: This rule discusses the actions subject to mandatory arbitration, qualifications to be an arbitrator, procedures for the scheduling of hearings, discovery, conduct of the hearings, default of a party, awards and judgments. Also, it describes the admi...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 16.00: Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule discusses the actions subject to mandatory arbitration, qualifications to be an arbitrator, procedures for the scheduling of hearings, discovery, conduct of the hearings, default of a party, awards and judgments. Also, it describes the admi...

16th Judicial Circuit Local Rule Article 11.00 - Arbitration Program

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration for major civil litigation in the 16th Circuit (Kane County). It details the rules and procedures regarding arbitration, including actions eligible for arbitration, scheduling of arbitration hearings,...

Illinois Supreme Court Rule 218 - Pretrial Procedure

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule provides that the advisability of alternative dispute resolution be considered at the initial case management conference. This conference is to be held no later than 35 days after the parties are at issue and no more than 182 days following...

16th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 11.00 et seq. - Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration for major civil litigation in the 16th Circuit (Kane County). It details the rules and procedures regarding arbitration, including actions eligible for arbitration, scheduling of arbitration hearings,...

20th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 14.00: Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: This rule applies to St. Clair County. It mandates arbitration for cases valued between $15,000 and $50,000. Included in the rule are qualifications to be an arbitrator for the program, as well as procedures for scheduling and conducting the hearings...

20th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 14.00: Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule applies to St. Clair County. It mandates arbitration for cases valued between $15,000 and $50,000. Included in the rule are qualifications to be an arbitrator for the program, as well as procedures for scheduling and conducting the hearings...

Cook County Circuit Court Rule 20.00: Court-Annexed Mediation

Abstract: This amended rule applies to any contested civil matter pending in the Cook County Law Division. Under the rule, cases may be referred to the mediation by the court or by motion of the parties. Discovery is to continue throughout the mediation proces...

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Local Rule 20.00: Court-Annexed Mediation

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule applies to any contested civil matter pending in the Cook County Law Division. Under the rule, cases may be referred to the mediation by the court or by motion of the parties. Discovery is to continue throughout the mediation process. Media...

Cook County Circuit Court Rule 19A.19 - Child Protection Mediation Program

Abstract: This rule authorizes referral to mediation of active abuse, neglect or dependency cases. All contested custody and visitation issues must be mediated, and any matters that can impede determination of custody or visitation are deemed appropriate for m...

Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court Rule 19A.19 - Child Protection Mediation Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This rule authorizes referral to mediation of active abuse, neglect or dependency cases. All contested custody and visitation issues must be mediated, and any matters that can impede determination of custody or visitation are deemed appropriate for m...

19th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rules- Mandatory Arbitration Program

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Chapter 7, Section 1 of the 19th Judicial Circuit's local court rules details the court-annexed arbitration program. The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must exceed $10...

19th Judicial Circuit Local Rule Chapter 7 - Mandatory Arbitration Program

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration in the 19th Circuit (Lake County). The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must exceed $10,000 but not exceed $50,000. It ...

Illinois 8th Judicial Circuit Local Rules

Abstract: The local rules of Illinois' 8th Judicial Circuit serving Adams, Brown, Calhoun, Cass, Mason, Menard, Pike and Schuyler Counties. Local Rule 7.4 addresses the Circuit's Mediation Program for Domestic Relations and Family Law Cases. Under this rule, ...

Cook County Circuit Court Local Rule 18.00: Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration in Cook County. The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must not exceed $30,000. The rule outlines the qualifications to b...

Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court Rules Part 18: Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration in the Cook County. The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must not exceed $30,000. The rule outlines the qualifications ...

Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court General Order 19.1 - Implementation of the Illinois Not-for-Profit Dispute Resolution Act

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This order is pursuant to the Illinois Not-For-Profit Dispute Resolution Center Act. It outlines the procedures within Cook County for the collection and distribution of funds to qualifying dispute resolution centers. Also, it describes the criteria ...

18th Judicial Circuit Article 13 - Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: Under this rule, all eligible cases valued between $10,000 and the monetary limit authorized by the Illinois Supreme Court must be referred to non-binding arbitration. The rule outlines the necessary qualifications to be placed on the roster of appro...

18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Article 13 - Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: Under this rule, all eligible cases valued between $10,000 and the monetary limit authorized by the Illinois Supreme Court must be referred to non-binding arbitration. The rule outlines the necessary qualifications to be placed on the roster of appro...

17th Judicial Circuit Local Rule 2.07 - Mandatory Arbitration

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration in the 17th Circuit (Winnebago and Boone Counties). The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must exceed $5,000 but not exc...

17th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 2.07 - Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: This section applies to court-annexed arbitration in the 17th Circuit (Winnebago and Boone Counties). The arbitration rules of the Illinois Supreme Court are referenced within. In this circuit, the amount in controversy must exceed $5,000 but not exc...

Illinois Supreme Court Rules 86-95: Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The rules apply to actions subject to mandatory arbitration within judicial circuits in Illinois. They include the procedures for the appointment, qualification and compensation of arbitrators, the scheduling of hearings, discovery, conduct of the he...

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit Local Rules: Appeal Conferences

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: These are the local rules for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. Rule 33 of the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure and Circuit Rule 33 addresses appeal conferences and allows for mediations in civil appeals. Additional information about...

Cook County Circuit Court Domestic Relations Proceedings, Rule 13.4 - Pre-Trial Phase

Abstract: The rule orders each case in which child custody or visitation is contested to be directed to mediation and authorizes referral to mediation for matters involving removal. It also addresses confidentiality, outlines the mediation procedure to be foll...

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Domestic Relations Proceedings, Rule 13.4 - Pre-Trial Phase

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: The rule orders each case in which child custody or visitation is contested to be directed to mediation and authorizes referral to mediation for matters involving removal. It also addresses confidentiality, outlines the mediation procedure to be foll...

16th Judicial Circuit Local Rules

Resource Type: Rules - Court

Abstract: These are the complete local rules for the 16th Circuit (Kane County). Several sections within these rules outline the court's ADR processes. Article 5 outlines the rules for the court's Mandatory Mediation Process. Article 10 outlines the rules for ...

Illinois Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration Program Annual Statistical Reports 2001-2017

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These annual reports summarize activity for all Illinois court-annexed mandatory arbitration programs. Programs featured in the report include the: 3rd Circuit*, 11th Circuit, 12th Circuit, 14th Circuit, 16th Circuit, 17th Circuit, 18th Circuit, 19th...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General (21st Circuit Excerpt)

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General (20th Circuit Excerpt)

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General (17th Circuit Excerpt)

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General (16th Circuit Excerpt)

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General (6th Circuit - Champaign County Excerpt)

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General (1st Circuit Extract)

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Saving Homes, Building Understanding: An Evaluation of the Eight Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Illinois Attorney General

Resource Type: Evaluation

Resource Type: Mediation Efficacy Study

Abstract: This final evaluation of eight foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models follows up the initial evaluation published in 2015. The programs were assessed on participation rate, the percentage of eligible and participat...

Illinois Foreclosure Mediation Program Statistical Reports

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: RSI has been reporting quarterly statistics for the several foreclosure mediation programs funded by the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. These reports include case outcomes from each program's launch and a comparison of each program's partic...

Promoting Access to Justice: Applying Lessons Learned from Foreclosure Mediation

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: Through research, evaluation and the administration of foreclosure mediation programs, RSI has identified four program design elements that have helped foreclosure mediation programs meet their common goals of increasing borrower understanding, facil...

Six Programs, Six Models: An Evaluation of the Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funded by the Office of the Illinois Attorney General

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This evaluation of six foreclosure mediation programs with very different service delivery models provides ample evidence that program design has a significant impact on the functioning of a program. The programs were assessed on participation rate, ...

An Inventory and Examination of Restorative Justice Practices for Youth in Illinois

Resource Type: Study, Study

Abstract: This study surveyed Illinois organizations which deal with youth misconduct to find how many used restorative justice, determine agencies' use of central components of restorative justice, and inventory such practices across the state. 152 individual...

Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court Chancery Division Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program Progress Report

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: In this progress report, the Circuit Court of Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program details data collected from the first two years of the program and identifies program goals for the coming year. From its inception in June 2010 to April...

Illinois 17th Judicial Circuit Civil Mediation Program Statistics 1993-2011

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These statistics detail the mediation outcomes from the Illinois 17th Judicial Circuit Major Civil Mediation Program from March 1, 1993 to December 31, 2011. The statistics detail the number of agreements, partial agreements, and no agreements.  ...

ADR in the Federal District Courts: An Initial Report

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report describes the use of ADR in the federal courts. Twelve years after the Alternative Dispute Resolution Act required federal courts to provide ADR services for all civil cases, every federal district court has authorized at least one form o...

Foreclosure Mediation in Depth: Number of Mediations Conducted Per Month

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report provides information on the number of foreclosure mediations being conducted in court-related programs in 12 states. The report is based on publicly available statistics collected by the author. It includes information on the statewide pr...

Foreclosure Mediation in Depth: Articulated Purposes and Objectives for Foreclosure Mediation Programs

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report lists the stated purposes behind the creation of foreclosure mediation programs in 26 states. Program goals include ensuring communication, improving efficiency and timeliness, assisting borrowers, and stabilizing communities. Heather S....

Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program Report and Update

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report reviews the performance of the Cook County, Illinois, Circuit Court Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program during its first year. The program was established in 2010 to address the court's growing foreclosure caseload; over 50,500 foreclo...

Foreclosure Mediation Programs Funding: A Review of 24 Currently Operating Foreclosure Mediation Programs

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report describes the structure and funding of foreclosure mediation programs in 24 states. It also reviews how compensation is provided, if at all, for program staff, mediators and attorneys for borrowers. An executive summary of this report is...

Cook County Child Protection Mediation Program Statistics - 2010

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These statistics detail the number of children's cases referred, the number of children's cases mediated, and the percentage of full and partial agreements for the Cook County Circuit Court Child Protection Medaition Program from January 1, 2010-Dece...

Now We're Talking: A Look at Current State-Based Foreclosure Mediation Programs and How to Bring Them to Scale

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report reviews foreclosure mediation programs established in 21 states. It describes the programs' structures and provides settlement statistics, where available. The authors argue that mandatory mediation programs have proven to be more effecti...

Child Protection Mediation: An Evaluation of Services Provided by Cook County Juvenile Court

Resource Type: Evaluation

Resource Type: Mediation Efficacy Study

Abstract: This evaluation looked at three areas: program performance, program process, and stakeholder assessment of mediation and understanding of its role and function within the child protection system. The study included data from 164 cases referred to med...

Illinois 16th Judicial Circuit Major Civil Mediation Program Outcome Statistics 1996-2009

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These statistics detail the outcomes from the Illinois 16th Judicial Circuit Major Civil Mediation Program from September 12, 1996 to December 31, 2009. The statistics identify the number of agreements, partial agreements and no agreements.  ...

Illinois 14th Judicial Circuit Major Civil Mediation Outcome Statistics 2002-2009

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These statistics detail outcomes from Illinois' 14th Judicial Circuit Major Civil Mediation Program from June 1, 2002 to December 31, 2009. The statistcs detail the number of agreements, partial agreements, and no agreements.  ...

Cook County Circuit Court Law Division Mediation Outcome Statistics 2004-2009

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These statistics detail the mediation outcomes from the Cook County Circuit Court Law Division Mediation Program from April 1,  2004 to December 31, 2009. The statistics provide information on the number of cases referred and mediations held as well ...

Illinois 11th Judicial Circuit Family Mediation Program Statistics 2008-2009

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: These statistics detail the number of cases referred to mediation, the percentage of cases that reached agreement, partial agreement, and no agreement for the 11th Judicial Circuit Family Mediation Program from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2009.  ...

Illinois 11th Judicial Circuit Mediation Program for Financial Issues in Divorce Cases 2008-2009 Statistics

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: There statistics detail the number and type of agreements for the 11th Judicial Circuit (McLean County) Mediation Program for Financial Issues in Divoce Cases between January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009.  ...

Illinois 11th Circuit (McLean County) Court-Annexed Small Claims Mediation Program Outcomes 2008-2009

Resource Type: Statistics

Abstract: This report contains the McLean County Circuit Court Statistical Reports for the Court-Annexed Small Claims Mediation Program from October 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009.  ...

More Than Meets the Eye: Civil Case Mediation Usage in the 17th Judicial Circuit of Illinois

Resource Type: Study

Abstract: Official court statistics were showing a sharp decline in the use of mediation for large civil cases in the 17th Judicial Circuit. Believing more mediation was occurring than was being reported, the court requested a study to find out. Over the cour...

Disputants' Perceptions of Dispute Resolution Procedures: A Longitudinal Empirical Study

Resource Type: Study

Abstract: To date, most research has looked at disputants' preferences for a dispute resolution process after they have participated in it. A recent study of litigants in civil cases filed in Cook County, Illinois, examined their preferences before they entere...

Accessing Justice Through Mediation: Pathways for Poor and Low-income Disputants

Resource Type: Study

Abstract: This study examines how increasing access to mediation for poor and low-income litigants in Illinois would meet this under-served population's legal needs. The authors provide a review of the Illinois statutes and court rules currently governing cour...

An Evaluation of the Second Judicial Circuit of Illinois Pilot Judicial Mediation Program for Custody and Visitation Disputes in Crawford, Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wayne, and White Counties

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This study examines the outcomes of the first 15 months of the Second Judicial Circuit's judicial mediation program for custody and visitation disputes. Included in the report are the issues mediated, the resolution rate, time spent in mediation, the...

Civil Case Mediation Program U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (Western Division) Interim Evaluation

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This report evaluates the civil case mediation program of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (Western Division) during 2003, its first year of operation. The author analyzed the program based on referral and settlement rate...

Effectiveness of Access and Visitation Grant Programs

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report is based on 254 cases from five states and analyzes the "extent to which the Access and Visitation Grants increased access rights, visitation, and child support payment compliance" (p.1) of noncustodial parents. Two sets of analysis - one...

An Evaluation of the Lanham Act Mediation Program

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This report describes the results of a study of the first three years of the Lanham Act Mediation Program in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The study explored how many Lanham Act mediation cases were being conducted in...

An Evaluation of Court-Connected Mediation Programs in Northern Illinois

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of court-connected mediation programs in specific Northern Illinois circuit courts. This was done by looking at settlement rates by mediator, case type and jurisdiction. Additionally, the s...

Illinois Equal Justice Report and Recommendations

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: This is the final report of Illinois Equal Justice Project, which tries to protect the integrity and accessibility of legal system for all Illinois residents, to educate people about the 'self-help' processes within the judicial system and to promote...

Cook County Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration "M" Case Evaluation Report

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This is an evaluation of the second phase of the Illinois Supreme Court's court-annexed mandatory arbitration program in Cook County for Municipal Department ("M") cases filed in 1993. Questions addressed in the report include: attorney and arbitrat...

Mediation: A Fair and Efficient Alternative to Trial

Resource Type: Study

Abstract: This article explains a study of the Winnebago County pilot mediation program, which utilized a computerized mediation evaluation system to track statistical data. The pilot program, the mediation process and typical mediator styles are explained in...

Executive Summary: Cook County Court-Annexed Mandatory Arbitration "L" Case Evaluation Report

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: Executive Summary and full evaluation report of the first phase of the Illinois Supreme Court's court-annexed mandatory arbitration program in Cook County that targeted cases in the Law ("L") Division with verdict potential of less than $15,000 from ...

Recommendations for Supreme Court Rules on Mediation

Resource Type: Report

Abstract: The Illinois Supreme Court's Study Committee on Mediation of Child Custody, Support, and Visitation Disputes proposes these rules for family mediation programs in Illinois and provides commentary in an effort to support and promote the use of mediati...

Illinois Supreme Court - DuPage County Mandatory Court-Annexed Arbitration Project: Final Evaluation Report

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: The report states, in part: "The DuPage County arbitration program met its initial goal of processing arbitration-eligible cases faster than was possible before arbitration was implemented and of ensuring that litigants and lawyers are as satisfied o...

Illinois Supreme Court - Lake County Mandatory Court-Annexed Arbitration Project: Final Evaluation Report

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This report evaluates the effectiveness of the Lake County court-annexed arbitration project. The arbitration program began in 1989, modeled after the pilot arbitration program initiated in Winnebago county in 1987. The program was evaluated first by...

Alternative Dispute Resolution Programs in Ohio, Michigan and Illinois

Resource Type: Study

Abstract: The purpose of this book is to examine and compare existing court-related ADR programs in the states of Illinois, Michigan and Ohio. The data for the study was conducted by a survey questionnaire that was administered in 1988 and 1989. The survey was...

An Inventory and Examination of Restorative Justice Practices for Youth in Illinois

Resource Type: Study, Study

Abstract: This study surveyed Illinois organizations which deal with youth misconduct to find how many used restorative justice, determine agencies' use of central components of restorative justice, and inventory such practices across the state. 152 individual...

Illinois Supreme Court - Winnebago County Mandatory Court-Annexed Arbitration Pilot Project: Final Evaluation Report

Resource Type: Evaluation

Abstract: This report evaluates the effectiveness of the Winnebago County mandatory court-annexed arbitration pilot project. The evaluation methods used include: collection and analysis of case data for cases that ended before the arbitration program was imple...

National Association of Social Workers Illinois Chapter - Social Work Mediation Network

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: The NASW Social Work Mediation Network is a membership organization whose aim is to "promote mediation as a beneficial and effective means of resolving conflict." It also supports social work mediators and advocates for the social work skills that wi...

Association for Conflict Resolution Chicago Chapter

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: ACR Chicago's website includes a calendar of chapter events, details about membership, and resources about professional development as well as other ADR activities. ...

12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Mandatory Foreclosure Mediation Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This website provides information for homeowners facing foreclosure in the 12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois (Will County). Mediation is available for eligible homeowners who meet certain eligibility requirements. The site provides a brief explanatio...

Cook County, Illinois, Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: The Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation program was launched in April 2010 to provide housing counseling and mediation services to homeowners facing foreclosure. Cook County serves Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. Under the program, homeow...

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Settlement Assistance Program for Pro Se Litigants

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: Under this program, the court may appoint volunteer, pro bono attorneys to represent pro se litigants in settlement conferences. The attorneys assist their clients in preparing for settlement conferences, represent their clients at settlement confere...

Assessing the Mediation and Evaluation Program in Domestic Relations

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This article explains the development of an assessment system for evaluating the effectiveness of mediation in divorce cases. The assessment system, in the form of a computer database for tracking case information, will focus on three areas: time fra...

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Domestic Relations Mediation Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This program is run by the Chicago Bar Association and the Center for Conflict Resolution in response to a recent Illinois statute that requires an alternative dispute resolution procedure before the court can conduct a final hearing on a Petition fo...

Calendar 14 Pretrial / Mediation Program - Circuit Court of Cook County Probate Division

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: Calendar 14 of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County authorizes judicial settlement conferences for cases to contest an admission or denial of a will to probate, to contest a trust, to enforce a contract to make a will, to construe...

18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Arbitration Center

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: This website provides information on the arbitration and civil case mediation programs in the 18th Judicial Circuit of Illinois, including local rules, a list of certified mediators and the Arbitration Center's quarterly newsletter. For more informa...

Illinois Equal Justice Foundation

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: "The Illinois Equal Justice Foundation was created in 1999 pursuant to the Illinois Equal Justice Act. The Foundation distributes funds to not-for-profit legal aid providers to support the type of projects identified in the Act" (Taken from web site)...

Alternatives, Inc.

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: Alternatives, Inc. is a youth and family agency serving the north side of Chicago. One of the agency's initiatives is a restorative justice program that includes peer juries and peer mediation in Chicago Public Schools, conflict resolution training ...

Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: LAS offers pro-bono representation in a collaborative law model for family law cases in Cook County, Illinois. ...

Center for Conflict Resolution

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: CCR is a community mediation center in Chicago, Illinois, focusing on juvenile, landlord/tenant, employment, adult guardianship and matrimonial fee disputes. CCR also provides training of mediators....

Mediation Council of Illinois (MCI)

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: This is a membership organization that provides referral services for mediators. Its primary focus is on domestic relations mediation; however, its members have been trained in other areas as well. ...

Kankakee Center for Conflict Resolution

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: This is a free program of the John R. Tate Advocacy Center. Case types mediated include family, small claims, neighborhood, consumer/merchant, landlord/tenant, neighbor-to-neighbor and business conflicts. The center also mediates custody and visitati...

Illinois Youth Court Association

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: The Illinois Youth Court Association (IYCA) was established in 2000 and works to promote cooperation and information sharing among youth courts as well as provide assistance to and encourage the development of youth courts in Illinois. The IYCA websi...

Dispute Resolution Institute, Inc.

Resource Type: Organization

Abstract: DRI is an association of mediators in southern Illinois. They provide pro bono mediation services for child custody and small claims disputes in the state's 1st Judicial Circuit Court. Their website provides information on how to become a mediator, h...

U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit Settlement Conference Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This site contains information and rules on the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals' Settlement Conference Program, as well as contact information for the program administrators and other information. This program, in accordance with Federal Rule of Appella...

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Major Case Court-Annexed Civil Mediation Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This court's website provides information on the Major Case Court-Annexed Civil Mediation Program, including rules, forms, and mediator roster. It also includes a list of court-approved mediator training programs....

19th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This website includes descriptive information and court rules on the court-annexed mandatory arbitration and civil case mediation programs in the 19th Judicial Circuit of Illinois. ...

Cook County Circuit Court Child Protection Mediation Program

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: The Child Protection Mediation Program began as a six-month pilot program at the beginning of 2001 under Judge Patricia Martin, Presiding Judge of the Child Protection Division, Circuit Court of Cook County. Its success has led it to become a regular...

Cook County Illinois Juvenile Probation and Court Services Department Programs

Resource Type: Program

Abstract: This web site describes eight Balanced and Restorative Justice Initiatives in Cook County, Illinois. "The Juvenile Probation and Court Services Department has developed a series of pre- and post-adjudication programs in response to the Balanced and ...