The mediator shall interpret and apply these procedures insofar as they relate to the mediator’s duties and responsibilities.  All other procedures shall be interpreted and applied by the AAA.

M-17. Expenses

The expenses of witnesses for either side shall be paid by the party producing such witnesses.  All other expenses of the mediation, including required traveling and other expenses of the mediator and representatives of the AAA, and the expenses of any witness and the cost of any proofs or expert advice produced at the direct request of the mediator, shall be borne equally by the parties unless they agree otherwise.

ADMINISTRATIVE FEES

The nonrefundable case set-up fee is $325 per party.  In addition, the parties are responsible for compensating the mediator at his or her published rate, for conference and study time (hourly or per diem).