As the first step, you need to submit a Request for mediation (RfM) to the Centre.
The RfM must be in the format in Schedule A of the Rules. You can download the Form here.
The RfM may be made by a single party to the dispute or a joint request signed by all the parties. Please select the Format that’s appropriate for you.
If you use the Single Party Application, you need to decide whether
you will obtain the agreement of the other party to the dispute, to mediate; or
you wish to have the Centre reach out to the other party to obtain agreement to mediate.
If the RfM is by one party, forward a copy to the other party/parties.
You will be contacted by the Centre within three (03) days, to discuss follow up steps.
Preliminary discussion :
The Centre recommends that parties attend a preliminary discussion to be briefed about the process and what you can expect.
This is considered of particular value to us in Sri Lanka, since the features of the mediation process are unique and are not as yet well known in Sri Lanka, and a preliminary discussion will be of value to all parties to obtain a complete understanding of the process and the applicable Rules.
The Agreement to Mediate :
If all parties agree to mediate, you will be required to enter into an Agreement to Mediate in which all applicable rules and obligations will be set out for compliance.
The date of signing the Agreement marks the date of commencement of the Mediation.
Appointment of Mediators and commencement of the mediation :
The mediators will then be appointed with your concurrence, and the mediation will commence on dates that are agreed upon. From this point, it’s the mediator that will manage the mediation.
The Secretariat of the Center will provide all logistical support.
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