Forms

Forms you will need: (this page is under revision and forms are not current)

GLJ-Rules-for-Mediation  — These are the rules that we all follow in the mediation. Please read carefully.

GLJ-A Agreement to Mediate  — the client and attorney will be asked to sign a copy of this prior to commencing the mediation. Please carefully read it in advance.

Fee Schedule —  This form explains the fee basis and will normally become applicable only if the mediation continues beyond the scheduled time or has to be recessed and resumed another day. The cancellation policy is on that schedule.

GLJ-SPECIAL-DURABLE-POWER-OF-ATTORNEY-for-mediation. This is required any time a representative/agent is appearing with authority to settle the case. This does not apply to insurance defense where counsel and the adjuster are present.

Child-Support-Information-sheet — if child support is at issue, this form should be filled out in advance.

CIVFC11_Financial_Information_Form_for_Family_Courts — in all family law cases where either child or spousal support is at issue, this form should be filled out in advance.

Family-Std-Possession-Order — this “checklist” format of the standard possession order under Texas law may be used as an attachment to the Mediated Settlement Agreement.

GLJ-CBR Children’s Bill of Rights — this should be reviewed in advance by every parent preparing to mediate in a suit involving children. You may see it again.

3-Mediation Client Prep Checklist — Here are some tips on getting prepared for your mediation. Of course, be guided by your attorney’s advice.