These rules authorize the referral to mediation of family law cases. They address referral to mediation, compensation, appearances, completion of mediation, agreements and reporting on the mediation, and discovery. Additionally, it outlines the procedures for interims, sanctions for failure to appear, adjournments, counsel, mediator communication with the parties and appointment of the mediator.
Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, Rules 12.740-12.741: Family Mediation; Mediation Rules
Florida Supreme Court. Dec. 1, 2018https://www.floridabar.org/rules/ctproc/