Post-Discovery Alternative Dispute Resolution

(1) All parties must participate in alternative dispute resolution after discovery is completed unless the judge determines it unnecessary. (2) Alternative dispute resolution under this section must be conducted as provided by Rule 0800-02-21-.10. (3) If the parties do not reach a full settlement, the mediator will file a new dispute certification notice identifying the remaining issues and defenses. If any party disagrees with the dispute certification notice, the party may file an objection under T.C.A. § 50-6-236. If the parties fail to reach a full settlement after the mediator issues a dispute certification notice, they will appear before the judge for a compensation hearing.