Evidence Code section 1115

For purposes of this chapter:

(a)

“Mediation” means a process in which a neutral person or persons facilitate communication between the disputants to assist them in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.

(b)

“Mediator” means a neutral person who conducts a mediation. “Mediator” includes any person designated by a mediator either to assist in the mediation or to communicate with the participants in preparation for a mediation.

(c)

“Mediation consultation” means a communication between a person and a mediator for the purpose of initiating, considering, or reconvening a mediation or retaining the mediator.

Source: Section 1115, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=1115. (accessed Jun. 2, 2025).

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May 12, 2025

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/evidence_code_section_1115

Original Source: Section 1115, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EVID§ionNum=1115. (last accessed May 12, 2025).