(A) Eligibility. A mediator may be a person who meets either of the following
requirements:
(1) Is a certified mediator under Local Civ. Rule 16.12 (D.S.C.).
(2) Is not a certified mediator but in the opinion of all of the parties is
otherwise qualified by training or experience to mediate all or some of
the issues in the action.
(B) Roster of Certified Mediators. The clerk of court shall maintain a roster of
mediators certified under Local Civ. Rule 16.12 (D.S.C.) who are willing to
serve in the district. A certified mediator shall notify the court if the
mediator desires to be added or deleted. The roster shall be available to the
public.
(C) Selection of a Mediator by Agreement of the Parties. Unless otherwise
ordered, the parties must select a mediator at least twenty-one (21) days
prior to the deadline for mediation.
(D) Appointment of Mediator by the Court. If the parties cannot agree upon the
selection of a mediator, plaintiff’s attorney shall file a motion requesting
appointment of a mediator.
(E) Disqualification of Mediator. Any party may move the court for an order
disqualifying the mediator. If the motion is granted and the mediator is
disqualified, an order shall be entered appointing a replacement mediator.
