For detailed information on the Alternate Dispute Resolution/Mandatory Mediation Program please refer to General Order #47.
Angela Topa, ADR Coordinator, Courtroom Deputy, at (607) 773-2893
For Mediators who are non-members of the New York Northern Bar and are in need of submitting mandatory mediation documents for filing please use this form. All others should file their documents using CM/ECF.
Programs Offered Through ADR
Mandatory Mediation
Assisted Mediation
- Assisted Mediation Flowchart (pdf)
- Declaration of Assisted Mediation (pdf)
- Assisted Mediation Survey (Pro Se)
Mediators (Court Approved)
How to Become a Court Approved Mediator
Pursuant to General Order #47 Section 4.1(A), applications to become a mediator can be completed here. Applications are reviewed by the ADR Committee then referred to the Board of Judges for consideration at their quarterly meetings. The Court will notify applicants thereafter.
Note: Court approved hourly rates are $150 per hour for the first two hours of the initial mediation session. If necessary the mediator may charge an additional $150/hour for up to two hours of preparation time for cases which require substantial preparation. Thereafter, the rate is capped at $325 per hour.
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