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Unless a minor child is represented by an attorney as previously set forth in this rule, and except in emergency situations, no minor child will provide sworn testimony, either written or oral; be brought to court as a witness or to attend a hearing; or be subpoenaed to appear at a hearing without prior court order on ...

Rule 602—Lacks Personal Knowledge A witness may testify to a matter only if evidence is introduced sufficient to support a finding that the witness has personal knowledge of the matter.

Mediation under this rule is the process by which a neutral mediator appointed by the court or agreed to by the parties assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement as to issues of child custody and visitation.

Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 37.1. Mediation and Online Dispute Resolution of Civil Lawsuits. (a) Definitions of Mediation and Online Dispute Resolution. Mediation under this Rule is the process by which a neutral mediator assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.

Mediation is confidential and involves both parents meeting one or more times with a court approved mediator. Parents are encouraged to focus on the needs of their children and put aside their conflicts. Each party has an equal role in decision-making during the mediation process.

There are typically six stages of the mediation process: A Party Shows Interest or Initiates a Straight-in Mediation. The Parties Agree to Mediate. The Parties Select the Mediator and Schedule the Mediation Date. The Parties Submit Pre-Mediation Submissions.

A mediator facilitates the clarification of interests and exploration of alternatives. The mediator does not make decisions for the parties. A mediator's role is to raise questions for consideration by the parties including questions of fairness and feasibility of settlement options.

Mediation is a voluntary, binding process in which an impartial and neutral mediator facilitates disputing parties in reaching a settlement. A Page 3 • mediator does not impose a solution but creates a conducive environment in which disputing parties can resolve all their disputes.

STEP 1: Go to the office of the mediation clerk at the court. Explain your problem to the clerk. STEP 2: If mediation is possible, the clerk will assist you to fill in an application form. STEP 3: The clerk will invite you and the other party to come to a meeting to discuss an agreement to mediate.