Practice question
After unsuccessful family mediation, the court receives the report and is convinced settlement remains possible. One party argues Section13 categorically forbids judicial dispute resolution because mediation already failed. Which is correct?
- Section13 directs immediate JDR referral under that stated finding
- Any failed mediation forever prohibits JDR
- The mediator must instead issue a binding judgment
- Failure automatically dismisses every eligible case
- Only the parties may issue a court referral order
Legal references
- Rule on Family Mediation, AM24-02-06-SC, November5,2024, Sections11–14: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/11/98364
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