Description
of the expectations and scheduling.
Volunteers are encouraged to participate at a minimum twice per quarter,
or eight times a year.
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ADR
Volunteer Minimum Eligibility Requirements
To qualify as District Court of Maryland Mediator:
• At least 18 years of age;
• Bachelors degree; and
• 40-hour basic mediation skills training in a Maryland approved training
program.
To qualify as a District Court of Maryland
Settlement Conference Facilitator:
• Juris Doctor Degree or specialized knowledge;
• A member in good standing of the Maryland Bar; and
• 8-hours of settlement conference facilitation training in a Maryland
approved training program.
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What’s
Next? How do I become an ADR volunteer with the
District Court of Maryland?
Step 1: Complete and Submit an ADR Volunteer Application to the District
Court of Maryland ADR Office.
Step 2: Get requisite training! (If
already trained proceed to step 3)
Step 3: Attend a District Court ADR
Volunteer Orientation
Step 4: Complete Observation & Evaluation
Process
Where and when can I volunteer
for the District Court of Maryland?
ADR Programs operate Monday through
Friday, during normal business hours at several
District Court locations. See the ADR
Court Locations for further clarification on
where and when the ADR day of trial programs operate
in the District Court. This information may be
helpful to determine your preferred volunteer location
on the ADR Volunteer Application.
