Becoming a mediator
Becoming a mediator
How do I become a mediator?
If you wish to become a mediator, you will need to make an application to the senior judge administrator in the Supreme Court in Brisbane.
The application must be submitted on Form 29 – Application for approval as a mediator (UCPR).
What do I need to put in the application?
The application should:
- set out (in no more than one page) your relevant qualifications and experience
- describe your qualifications, when obtained and the faculty/institution attended
- supply copies of certificates/awards from relevant courses and any accreditation gained
- indicate your experience in mediation e.g. numbers, locations and/or organisations
- provide any other relevant details such as specialities, legal interests and location preferences for conducting mediations
- stipulate your fees for conducting mediation.
Will it cost me anything?
Fee for approval as a mediator and for approval as a case appraiser - see scale of fees (UCPR). Cheques should be made payable to the registrar of the Supreme Court, Brisbane.
Who do I contact?
You need to forward your application to:The Registrar
Supreme Court of Queensland
Mediation and Appraisal Section
PO Box 15167
City East Qld 4001
Further enquiries can be made on (07) 3247 4302.
Becoming a case appraiser
How do I become a case appraiser?
You will need to make an application to the senior judge administrator in the Supreme Court in Brisbane.
The application must be submitted on Form 30 – Application for approval as a case appraiser (UCPR).
What do I need to put in the application?
The application should:
- set out (in no more than one page) your relevant qualifications and experience including date of admission as a barrister or solicitor
- indicate areas of legal expertise or any other particular interests or experience
- provide centres where you will conduct case appraisals
- stipulate your fees for conducting case appraisals.
Will it cost me anything?
Fee for approval as a mediator and for approval as a case appraiser - see scale of fees (UCPR). Cheques should be made payable to the registrar of the Supreme Court, Brisbane.
Who do I contact?
The Registrar
Supreme Court of Queensland
Mediation and Appraisal Section
PO Box 15167
City East Qld 4001
Further enquiries can be made on (07) 3247 4313.
Last updated 19 December 2007
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