Our last video introduced you to the Volunteer Settlement Conference Program – in this video, we spend some time looking at how it works!

Points of Interest:

• 0:36 – What’s first step?
• 2:07 – Do I schedule the conference online?
• 3:00 – How do I communicate with Mediator?
• 4:34 – How do I prepare for a settlement conference?
• 8:20 – Can I have a third-party attend my conference?
• 9:31 – What is the effect of coming to an agreement?
• 11:18 – How long does the settlement conference last?
• 12:14 – Can I choose my Mediator?

Websites:

Washington Courts: Civil Rule 2A

King County: Local Family Law Rule 10

King County Volunteer Settlement Program

King County Family Court Services

(Rev. 5/2023)