Thu, 10/07/2004 - 5:00am
Since August 1, 2004, Judge Waites has appointed mediators in seven (7) adversary proceedings and two (2) complex contested matters which were ready for trial. While the mediation conferences in the most recent appointments have just been scheduled, previous appointments have lead to settlements in all of the cases to date. Interestingly, several matters have settled immediately prior to the mediation conferences.
Judge Waites believes the program is successful so far, and appreciates the efforts of parties and those counsel serving as mediators in those matters.