(a) As used in this title, “mediation” means a process in which a neutral person or persons facilitate communication between the disputants to assist them in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.

(b) Unless otherwise specified in this title or ordered by the court, any act to be performed by a party may also be performed by his or her counsel of record.

Terms Used In California Code of Civil Procedure 1775.1

(Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 784, Sec. 87. Effective January 1, 2003.)