Civil Mediation Agreement Template for Australia

1. Legal Representation: Terms regarding the involvement of legal representatives in the mediation process - include when parties wish to have lawyers present

2. Multiple Sessions: Provisions for scheduling multiple mediation sessions - include for complex disputes likely to require extended mediation

3. Virtual Mediation: Specific provisions for conducting mediation online - include when remote participation is anticipated

4. Expert Involvement: Terms for involving external experts or advisors - include when technical expertise may be required

5. Settlement Agreement: Framework for documenting any settlement reached - include when parties want pre-agreed terms for formalizing outcomes

6. Pre-existing Agreements: Reference to any pre-existing agreements between the parties - include when there are relevant prior contracts

7. Indigenous Dispute Resolution Procedures: Special provisions for cultural considerations - include when involving Indigenous Australian parties

1. Schedule 1 - Mediator's Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of mediator's fees, expenses, and payment terms

2. Schedule 2 - Mediation Rules: Specific procedural rules governing the conduct of the mediation

3. Schedule 3 - Confidentiality Undertaking: Form of confidentiality agreement for observers or participants who are not primary parties

4. Appendix A - Dispute Summary: Brief outline of the matters in dispute (to be completed by parties)

5. Appendix B - Pre-mediation Checklist: List of preparations required before mediation commences