Last updated: 3/30/2018
Order Of Referral (Mediation)
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Description
ORDER OF REFERRAL. This form is used in civil cases in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida to require the parties to participate in mediation before trial . Issued pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 16 and Local Rule 16.2, this order sets deadlines and procedures for completing mediation—typically no later than 60 days before trial. It outlines mediator selection, attendance requirements (including full settlement authority), confidentiality provisions, mediation briefs, fee allocation, and reporting obligations. The order also provides for sanctions for non-compliance and requires prompt notice to the Court if settlement is reached. www.FormsWorkflow.com





