The Uniform Mediation Act

ORC Sections 2710.01-2710.10

The Uniform Mediation Act (UMA) was adopted by Ohio and is effective as of Oct. 29, 2005. The UMA reflects the growth of and changes within the mediation field over the past two decades and is much more comprehensive than the Ohio statute it replaces. The UMA impacts mediation in a wide range of contexts, from court-annexed programs to community mediation to proceedings by private contract. It is therefore essential that mediators, mediation parties, attorneys and judges understand its

implications.

History and Context
A brief history of the UMA

Brief Overview
A description of each provision of the UMA, as found in the

Ohio Revised Code Sections 2710.01-2710.10

Privilege versus Confidentiality
An explanation of the distinction between the confidentiality of the mediation and the privilege of mediation communications

General Information
A Reader's Guide, Frequently Asked Questions, a quiz and helpful links to other UMA resources