Washington Mediation Procedures for Parties and Mediator are a set of guidelines for parties and mediators involved in mediation in the state of Washington. These procedures help parties and mediators work together to facilitate an effective mediation process. The Washington Mediation Procedures for Parties and Mediator provide guidance on how to prepare for, conduct, and close out a mediation. It includes information such as how to choose a mediator, how to prepare for mediation, how to communicate during mediation, and how to enforce the mediation agreement. The Washington Mediation Procedures for Parties and Mediator also outlines the responsibilities of the parties and the mediator. Parties are responsible for providing an accurate and complete statement of their issues and interests, and for engaging in good faith negotiations. The mediator is responsible for structuring and facilitating the mediation process, maintaining neutrality and confidentiality, and issuing a written summary of the mediation. There are two types of Washington Mediation Procedures for Parties and Mediator. The first is the Washington State Dispute Resolution Act of 1993. This Act governs all mediation in the state of Washington. The second is the Washington State Court Rules of Civil Procedure, which govern mediation in court proceedings.