Who pays the mediator?
The parties are responsible for identifying and paying a mediator to provide this service. Mediation costs are to be divided equally between the parties unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties or ordered by the court. If you feel you cannot afford to hire a mediator financial assistance is available. To request this assistance you must fill out a Divorce Mediation Income Survey. This Income Survey is available on-line at http://www.utcourts.gov/mediation/divmed/forms.asp or you can request one by calling the Divorce Mediation Help Line at 1-800-620-6318 (Statewide) or (801) 578-3966 (Salt Lake).
