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During a mediation Mediators do NOT make decisions for the parties, evaluate the parties' positions, or give legal advice. Parties talk with mediators about what they want and need; learn about each other's positions, and work together to identify ways to move forward.

Minnesota splits the requirements for specific mediation fields. Those hoping to practice family law will need to complete a 40-hour course in family dispute resolution with at least six hours of domestic abuse training. There is additional training to become a parenting consultant or decide on parenting time.

Cost of mediation: sliding scale with a maximum of $360 Individual annual gross incomeCost per party$60,000 ? 69,999$126$50,000 ? 59,999$77$40,000 ? 49,999$51$30,000 ? 39,999$316 more rows

Rule 114.01(a) of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice requires that most civil and family case types filed in district court are subject to ADR processes. Solving your differences outside of court can provide greater satisfaction to the parties.

Each mediator is appointed jointly by the parties (Mediation Rule 13(1)). Should the parties not be able to agree on whether to appoint one or two co-mediators within 30 days from the date of registration, the rules stipulate that there will be one mediator who is appointed by party agreement (Mediation Rule 13(2)).

The State Court Administrator for Minnesota has a roster of 'qualified neutrals' / mediators. The list is searchable by 'civil' or 'family' and by Minnesota county. The State of Minnesota does not 'license' mediators.