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 rule also calls for the use of a confidentiality agreement.
22nd Judicial Circuit of Illinois Local Rule 20.06 - Small Claims Voluntary Mediation Program
22nd Judicial Circuit of Illinois. Jan. 1, 2007https://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/home/showdocument?id=89339