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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) If an agreement is reached between the parties in a mediation under ORS 36.252 to 36.268, the parties shall sign a written mediation agreement.
(2) The parties to a mediation agreement:
(a) Are bound by the terms of the agreement;
(b) May enforce the mediation agreement as a legal contract; and
(c) May use the mediation agreement as a defense against an action contrary to the mediation agreement.
(3) If the mediator drafts the agreement, the mediator shall encourage the parties to have the agreement reviewed by independent legal counsel before signing the agreement.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Oregon Revised Statutes Remedies and Special Actions and Proceedings § 36.260 - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/or/title-3-remedies-and-special-actions-and-proceedings/or-rev-st-sect-36-260/
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