Rhode Island Mediation Submission Form is a document used in the state of Rhode Island to initiate the process of mediation. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution used to settle disputes between two or more parties out of court. The Rhode Island Mediation Submission Form is an agreement that outlines the parties involved, the dispute, and the terms of the mediation process. It also typically includes information regarding the mediator and any applicable fees. There are two main types of Rhode Island Mediation Submission Forms: one for family disputes and one for civil disputes. The family mediation submission form is used for disputes that involve family members, such as divorces, child custody, and visitation rights. The civil mediation submission form is used for disputes between two or more parties that are not related to each other, such as contractual disputes, landlord/tenant disputes, and neighbor disputes.