New Mexico Mediation Order is a type of court order that requires parties in a dispute to seek mediation before filing a lawsuit. It is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process that is designed to help parties reach an agreement without the expense and acrimony of litigation. There are two types of New Mexico Mediation Order: voluntary and court-ordered. Voluntary mediation is initiated by the parties themselves and allows them to negotiate a settlement without the involvement of the court. Court-ordered mediation is ordered by the court and is typically used in civil cases where the parties have already filed a lawsuit. The court-ordered mediation process is conducted by a third-party mediator who will help the parties reach a mutually agreeable solution. Both types of New Mexico Mediation Orders provide a more efficient, cost-effective way of resolving disputes.