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 mediation.
12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 8.17: Mediation Program - Family Division Cases
12th Judicial Circuit of Illinois. November 7, 2001; amended June 23, 2010http://www.willcountycourts.com/images/stories/WillCounty/will%20rules%20v08.pdf