Alternative Dispute Resolution (including mediation) in Utah follows various statutes, codes and rules. Below are the general statutes, codes and rules.

Utah Code of Judicial Administration

Alternative Dispute Resolution Definitions (Rule 4-510-01)

Qualification of ADR Providers (Rule 4-510.03)

ADR Training (Rule 4-510.04)

Utah Rules of Court-Annexed Alternative Dispute Resolution

Rule 101 Conduct of Meditation Proceedings

Rule 103 Confidentiality in Non-Binding ADR proceedings

Rule 104 Code of Ethics for ADR Providers

Utah Alternative Dispute Resolution Act

UCA 78B-6-201

Utah Mandatory Mediation Program

Utah has established a mandatory domestic mediation program to help reduce the time and tensions associated with obtaining a divorce. Courts will also often order other cases involving children (paternity, adoption, juvenile court) to mediate before trial. (UCA 30-3-39)