Does the mediator tell the judge what happened?
General Mediation
Answer
Ordinarily, the mediator does not tell the judge what was said, who made particular offers, or why settlement failed. In a court-connected matter, the mediator may be permitted or required to report limited administrative information, such as whether mediation occurred, whether the case settled, or whether required participants attended.
Reviewed by Wayne Lazarus on September 13, 2026.
This information is educational and is not legal advice.
Reviewed by Wayne H. Lazarus, attorney with more than 50 years’ experience, member of the State Bar of Georgia and The Florida Bar, and of Alternative Dispute Resolution sections.