Commercial Division Mediation
Commercial Division cases pending in New York County Supreme Court are presumptively eligible for mediation
Mediation is a dispute resolution process in which a neutral third party (referred to as a mediator) helps parties communicate, identify issues, clarify perceptions, and explore options for a mutually acceptable outcome.
Mediation is confidential, voluntary, and party driven. Mediators do not make decisions about the outcome of the case. Mediation gives parties control over the outcome of their case. Mediation saves time and money.
Parties should participate in mediation at the earliest practicable time. Parties may participate in or return to mediation at any stage in the litigation.
Commercial Mediation (Non-Commerical Division)
Non-Division commercial cases pending in New York County Supreme Court are presumptively eligible for mediation as permitted by order of the Administrative Judge.
Parties should participate in mediation at the earliest practicable time. Parties may participate in or return to mediation at any stage in the litigation.
Rules
Please review the guidelines to successfully navigate the ADR program.
Mediation Rules
Refer A Case
Cases may be referred to mediation by a Judge through an order of reference.
Order of Reference to ADR
Search The Roster
Find a mediator listed in the First Judicial District (1JD) roster or the Statewide Directory who is approved to participate in the ADR Program.
First Judicial District (1JD) Roster
Statewide Mediator Directory
FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions.
Join The Roster
To join the Supreme Court, New York County ADR roster, carefully review the ADR Roster Rules to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements before applying.
Contact Us
Please contact us with any questions at ADR-1JD@nycourts.gov or 212-256-7956.