Community Mediation Services of Central Ohio: Best Practices for an On-site, Court-based Eviction Mediation Program

Community ADR

Community Mediation Services of Central Ohio: Best Practices for an On-site, Court-based Eviction Mediation Program

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This document describes CMS’s process for providing Tenant-Landlord mediation services on-site daily at Franklin County Municipal Court during scheduled eviction hearings. This process begins with identifying the geographic area’s need for eviction prevention services and ends with the case follow-up procedure necessary to determine the longer term impact of mediated eviction-prevention related agreements. This document is directed to other non-profit organizations interested in developing a similar program in their geographic area.

Resources

Case Studies

This evaluation highlights the Dayton Mediation Response Unit development, implementation, and early impacts. Findings show that mediation-based response offers an effective, humane alternative to traditional enforcement models, with early evidence of increased community trust and more equitable access to services. The evaluation identifies the MRU as a viable, scalable model for other communities to consider.

Diversity in ADR

Resolution Systems Institute evaluated Center for Conflict Resolution's implementation of the equity project. This report provides the key finds and recommendations.

Diversity in ADR

This guide provides community mediation centers with information and resources to enhance the diversity of their volunteer mediator rosters.