Oregon Statutes 36.260 – Mediation agreement
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(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.
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 36.260
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
(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. [1989 c.967 § 7; 2015 c.202 § 6]
See note under 36.252.