Pay your reduced fee directly to the Mediator. Fees are divided equally among the parties unless otherwise agreed to. All parties must sign a Mediation & Confidentiality Agreement provided by the Mediator. See Mediator’s Fee schedule below
LASC Mediation Referral Program
Reduced-Fee Mediation Services
This program is designated for cases referred by the LASC judicial and ADR office and accompanied by a Referral to Mediation or Minute Order.
MCLA is an approved provider for the Los Angeles Superior Court (LASC) Mediation Referral Program, offering low-cost civil mediation services for eligible cases. This program is available only to cases formally referred by an LASC judge or the ADR office.
If your case was not referred by the court, please contact us at info@referral-mcla.org to explore other affordable mediation options.
*** We cannot provide any legal advice ***
HOW IT WORKS
How the Program Works
A non-refundable $150 administrative fee per party is required at the time of case submission.
The reduced mediation fee is paid directly to the mediator before a scheduled date can be secured.
SUBMIT YOUR CASE
You must fill out the case submission form as completely and accurately as possible.
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Pay Initial Fee
An initial administrative fee paid directly to MCLA of $150 is due upon submission. Each additional party is required to pay $150 as well.
*** ALL fees must be paid in order to be assigned a Mediator.
MCLA Mediators
MCLA will refer a mediator based on the type of case presented and the availability of the mediator to complete the mediation in an appropriate time frame.
ABOUT US
The Mediation Center of Los Angeles (MCLA) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding public awareness of the benefits of mediation and providing low-cost, high-quality mediation services to underserved, underrepresented, and low-income communities.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to build community through mediation and peacebuilding. MCLA increases access to justice by offering professional mediators to individuals, businesses, and organizations. Our programs serve Southern California’s diverse populations across cultures, religions, genders, and income levels.
TYPES OF CASES
Business and Commerical
Employment and Civil Rights
Personal Injury, Torts, and Insurance
Real Estate
- Other Civil Unlimited Matters
"Do I Qualify?"
DO YOU...
✔ Have a referral from the court?
✔ Have an active civil case?
✔ Want to settle your case before trial?
✔ Seek reduced cost mediation by highly qualified Mediators?
... WE CAN HELP!
BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH MEDIATION
Why Choose Us?
MCLA is an approved Civil Mediation Partner of the Los Angeles Superior Court, providing low-cost and pro bono mediation services with a panel of highly qualified, experienced mediators.
In 2018, MCLA became the first organization awarded a contract by LASC to deliver court-connected online mediations, pioneering accessible, remote dispute resolution.
All MCLA panel mediators are independent professionals, carefully vetted to meet and exceed the highest standards for civil case mediation.
Our mediators are fully trained in Zoom and remote mediation tools, ensuring a smooth, secure, and convenient virtual experience for all participants.
The Los Angeles Superior Court recognized the Mediation Center of Los Angeles for our commitment to expanding affordable access to justice through mediation.
Since 2017, MCLA has provided high-quality, low-cost mediation services across Los Angeles County.
We’re proud to partner with LASC to deliver peaceful, effective conflict resolution.
