FORMS

Mediation Forms and Templates

Mediation Agreements

Mediation Agreement (Live)– this is a mediation agreement for an in-person mediation.
Mediation Agreement (Remote) – this is a mediation agreement for a remote mediation.

Pre-Session Related

Language for Introductory Email
This introductory email language includes the JAMS mission statement, provides access to JAMS Mediators’ Ethics Guidelines, and provides a JAMS link to information on the mediation process.  

Intro e-mail with Pre-session Call Agenda Template
This introductory e-mail confirms the date of the pre-session conference call and outlines the typical agenda for the call. 

Pre-Session Conference Call Checklist
This overview provides a checklist of the topics to be covered during the pre-session conference call. 

Pre-Session Call Agenda Example
This overview provides pre-session conference call information and outlines the agenda for the call. 

Mediation Procedures Overview for Parties
This document (referenced in the Pre-Session Call Agenda Example) outlines one mediator’s process and expectations for the parties. 

Managing the Pre-Session Process Thoughts, Templates 
This overview, prepared by a mediator for other mediators, presents questions to consider in crafting a pre-session process.  The overview also includes template examples for communication with counsel and parties in advance of mediation. 

Schedule Related
Mediation Schedule Memo Following Initial Planning Call This memo, a follow-up to the initial planning call, confirms mediation schedule dates to submit exhibits, mediation statements, settlement proposals.
Mediator’s Proposal Related
Mediator’s Proposal Related  
Class Action Related
Class Action Checklist  This checklist outlines issues to consider in mediating a class action case. 
Settlement Related
Settlement Checklist and Term Sheet  This document includes a checklist to capture the terms the parties agree to in their settlement.

Stipulation for SettlementThis document provides a template for stipulation for settlement pursuant to CCP §664.6.