Indiana Rules for Alternative Dispute Resolution

Rule 8.6. Settlement Agreement.

Effective January 1, 2025

(A) In all matters not involving the care and/or support of children, if an agreement is reached, to be enforceable, all agreed provisions must be put in writing and signed by each participant. This should be done promptly as the mediation concludes. A copy of the written agreement shall be provided to each participant.

(B) Notwithstanding other provisions in this rule, in matters involving the care, support or assets of children or incapacitated adults, mediated agreements put in writing and signed by all participants may be binding on the participants, but are only enforceable after review and approval by the appropriate court that would have jurisdiction over the care, support, or assets of the children or incapacitated adults.