Board Certification
Certification Requirements & Application
While in December 2006, the Iowa Supreme Court Attorney Disciplinary Board authorized the American Academy of ADR Attorneys to “board certify” qualified mediators under Iowa Rule of Professional Conduct 32:7.4(d), that rule currently provides for the following:
Rule 32:7.4: COMMUNICATION OF FIELDS OF PRACTICE AND SPECIALIZATION
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A link to the current AAAA Board Certified members, as well as rules and application forms pertaining to board certification are provided below.
Current AAAA Board Certified Members
Requirements for Board Certification as a Mediator
To be considered, a candidate must submit a written application to AAAA demonstrating completion of requirements in education, mediation experience, peer approval, bar admission and accompanying fee.
Download Board Certification Requirements
Board Certification Application
The completed application and attachments must be submitted along with a check.
Download Board Certification Application
Certification Renewal Form
Each certified mediator must complete six (6) hours of ADR continuing legal education every year and submit proof of having conducted at least six (6) mediations during the same period.
Download Board Certification Renewal
Submission of Applications
Further information and approved application forms for initial board certification and renewals may be obtained from:
AAAA
c/o Kathie CalkinsKeyes
13504 N Wide View Dr.
Oro Valley, AZ 85755