Louisiana § RS 9:4101 - Short title; purpose; definitions
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§ RS 9:4101. Short title; purpose; definitions
A. This Chapter shall be known and may be referred to as the "Louisiana Mediation Act".
B. The purpose of this Chapter is to provide encouragement and support for the use of mediation to promote settlement of legal disputes.
C. For purposes of this Chapter:
(1) "ADR Section" means the Louisiana State Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section.
(2) "Approved register" means the register of qualified mediators prepared and maintained by the ADR Section.
(3) "Cost of mediation" includes the mediator's fee, administrative fees, and expenses.
(4) "Mediation" is a procedure in which a mediator facilitates communication between the parties concerning the matters in dispute and explores possible solutions to promote reconciliation, understanding, and settlement.
(5) "MCLE Committee" means the Louisiana State Bar Association, Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Committee.
Acts 1997, No. 1451, §1.
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:4101 cover?
Section RS 9:4101 ("Short title; purpose; definitions") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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