Assignment to ADR Multi-Option Program (a) Automatic Assignment. In accordance with Civil L.R. 16-2, most civil cases are assigned to the ADR Multi-Option Program by the Clerk when the complaint or no
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(b) By Stipulation, Motion or Order. Cases not assigned at filing may be assigned to the ADR Multi-Option Program, or to a specific ADR process, by order of the assigned Judge following a stipulation by all parties, on motion by a party under Civil L.R. 7, or on the Judge’s initiative. (c) Relief from Automatic Referral. Any party whose case has been referred automatically to the ADR Multi-Option Program may file with the assigned Judge a motion for relief from automatic referral under Civil L.R. 7.
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Local Rules – Effective May 1, 2018 ADR-6