A. It is the policy of the Seventh and Twenty-sixth Judicial Districts to encourage the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedures for the early disposition of pending litigation. Such informal procedures can achieve the just, efficient, and economical resolution of controversies while preserving the right to a full trial on demand.

B. The Court, on its own motion, or by agreement of the parties, may refer any civil case, including any domestic relations case, or any portion thereof, for mediation. A referral may be made at any time. More than one referral may be made in any case.

C. The order of referral to mediation in civil cases, shall be entered by the Court and provided to the parties, on a standard form consistent with the form provided in Title 12 O.S. Sections 1821 et. seq.

D. A list of mediators is available from the Court Administrator's office. In order to be placed on the list, an individual shall meet the minimum requirements set forth in Title 12 O.S. Section 1825. The list will include all individuals who provide the following information to the office of the Court Administrator by July 1st of each year:

E. Individuals failing to provide the requested information to the office of the Court Administrator by July 1st of each year will be removed from the list.