Case Identifier
Court name, case or docket number, and jurisdiction to ensure the certificate ties to the correct matter and is easy for clerks to locate.
A correctly completed certificate creates a clear, date-stamped record that mediation occurred, supports procedural compliance with court or contract requirements, and reduces disputes about whether the required ADR step was taken.
These certificates are completed by mediators, counsel, or administrative staff and are used by courts and administrators to confirm compliance with ADR orders.
The certificate serves as an administrative record for case management and may be attached to settlement documents where required.
The mediator signs to confirm the session details, attendance, and whether settlement was reached; this attestation is often required to update court dockets or to release settlement-related deadlines.
Counsel signs to confirm client participation and authority to proceed; attorney signatures may also confirm that settlement terms were communicated and that any required disclosures were made.
Court name, case or docket number, and jurisdiction to ensure the certificate ties to the correct matter and is easy for clerks to locate.
Full legal names of all parties and counsel with contact details so recipients can confirm attendance and authority without ambiguity.
Date, time, location (or remote), mediator name, mediation provider ID, and session type to document the event precisely.
Concise statement whether settlement occurred, partial settlement, or no agreement; include next steps if follow-up sessions are scheduled.
Notary block or eSignature certificate of completion with timestamp and audit trail to support legal enforceability and court acceptance.
List or attach any executed settlement agreements, releases, or confidentiality undertakings referenced by the certificate.
| Field | Configuration | Default |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email link | Optional |
| Signature Type | Audit-trail eSignature | Recommended |
| Notary | Remote Online Notary | Use where state permits |
| Automatic Routing | Send signed PDF to clerk | Enabled |
Decide whether the certificate will be collected in person, notarized remotely, or signed electronically and routed to recipients.
Ensure the chosen platform supports required authentication, audit trails, and any state RON or notarization workflows before eSubmission.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No envelope cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |