How to become a mediator in Michigan
Who certifies or lists mediators in Michigan?
Not fully confirmed. The State Court Administrative Office (SCAO) approves mediator training (as referenced by the 13th Circuit's mediator qualification list); individual circuit courts set and maintain their own lists of mediators who meet court-rule qualifications.
This is general information, not legal advice. It covers Michigan only. Rules change, so check the official source before you enroll in a course.
What training and continuing education does Michigan require?
These are the court mediator credentials and rosters we could confirm from Michigan’s official sources. Where a detail isn’t confirmed, we say so instead of guessing.
| Credential or roster | Initial training | Continuing education |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit court civil mediator list (MCR 2.411) State Court Administrative Office (SCAO) Office of Dispute Resolution approves training; each circuit ADR clerk approves list membership | Not confirmed from the official source | Not confirmed from the official source |
| Circuit court domestic relations mediator list (MCR 3.216) SCAO Office of Dispute Resolution (training approval); circuit ADR clerks | Not confirmed from the official source | Not confirmed from the official source |
Do I need a state credential to mediate in Michigan?
State credentials and court rosters mainly matter for court-ordered or court-connected cases, where a court may require a mediator from its own list. If you plan to mediate cases that people bring to you privately, check whether Michigan or your profession has any rule that applies. See do I need a mediator certified in my state?
Official sources
- Community Dispute Resolution Act, MCL Act 260 of 1988 (Michigan Legislature)
- MCL 691.1556 – Participation in dispute resolution process
- 13th Judicial Circuit – General Civil Mediation Resources and Practitioners (PDF)
- Michigan Courts – Office of Dispute Resolution
- MCL 552.513 – Friend of the Court alternative dispute resolution
- MCL 600.1035 – Mediation and protection orders in domestic relations actions
- gtcountymi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24526/Domestic-Mediator-List
- app.kentcountymi.gov/MediationEval/CivilMedForward.jsp
- courts.michigan.gov/siteassets/court-administration/standardsguidelines/dispute-resolution
- gtcountymi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/29/General-Civil-Mediator-Application-PDF
Checked Oct 8, 2026. Found an error or a newer rule? Email hello@mediationlist.com.
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