Jurisdiction-Specific Information

In Illinois, mediation is governed by the Uniform Mediation Act, 710 ILCS 35.

 

The act can be found at: http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=2489&ChapterID=51

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Highlights from the Uniform Mediation Act:

• Mediation is voluntary

• Communications are generally privileged 

  • Be aware of the Article 6 exceptions, including signed agreements, crime, malpractice​...

• Communications are confidential

• Attorneys may accompany parties and participate in the mediation 

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There are many organizations in Illinois that provide resources about and/or perform mediation. Some of these organizations are listed below:

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• Center for Conflict Resolution (CCR)

  • https://www.ccrchicago.org/

  • Facilitative

  • Partners with the Cook County Court System

• JAMS

  • https://www.jamsadr.com/chicago#overview​

• Dispute Resolution Institute 

  • http://www.dri-inc.org/​

• National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals--Mediators in Illinois

  • https://www.nadn.org/illinois-mediators​

• Illinois Academy of Mediators & Arbitrators 

  • https://www.illinoismediators.org/​