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New 40 Hour Course Requirement!
The Supreme Court-approved program utilizing court-approved mediators mandates that certain complex cases be sent to mediation. The program includes ALL New Jersey counties. Pursuant to Court Rule 1:40-12, those individuals who have been trained in basic mediation skills and who meet other requirements will be placed on a court-approved list and selected to mediate these cases. After the first two free hours on each case, court-approved mediators will be able to set market-rate fees for their services. The expanded course includes personal professional feedback.
What is required to become a court-approved mediator?
Eligibility for inclusion on the court’s civil mediator roster is determined by a subcommittee of the Supreme Court Committee on Complementary Dispute Resolution. Pursuant to Court Rule 1:40-12, all applicants must be mentored by an experienced court roster mediator (who has been approved to serve as a mentor) for at least five hours in at least two Superior Court cases. Educational and experiential requirements are also necessary, as well as completion of an application form.
What do I have to do to meet the training requirements?
In just 5 days with NJICLE at the New Jersey Law Center, you can complete the basic training requirement. A distinguished panel of professionals highly experienced in mediation skills will lead you through a series of lectures, demonstrations, exercises, and role playing. You’ll gain the knowledge you need to effectively manage conflict, enhance your communication and negotiation skills, and learn strategies for dealing with the problems you are likely to encounter during the mediation process. You will also be required to attend four hours of continuing mediation-related training annually, commencing the year following your initial training.
How do I register?
If you are planning to attend, please register as soon as possible. Registration is limited. You can register by phone, web or fax to NJICLE.
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