Judicial Survey Questions

DHH Q34: Do you have a standard pre-mediation order for the parties? If so, please attach it here.

DHH A34: Counsel are directed to be present with their respective clients or representatives thereof without limitation on their authority to negotiate and commit to settlement terms that, in their discretion, may be acceptable. It shall be understood that all parties and counsel will participate in the conference in good faith and with the interest of settling the matter on mutually acceptable terms. It shall also be understood that all parties, counsel, and other persons who participate will keep confidential all communications exchanged during the conference.

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* Hennessy, David H.

United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts