What information does the ADR Initiation Form ask for?

It asks for case and party details, a brief case description, who will attend with authority to settle, a dispute-resolution method, special circumstances, and any exemption request.

Which dispute-resolution methods can I indicate?

The form lists non-binding or binding arbitration, mediation, and early neutral evaluation. It notes that parties must independently locate and arrange qualified individuals for arbitration and early neutral evaluation.

Chatham County, GA · Chatham County

No notary required

ADR Initiation Form (Civil Cases Only)

Parties in civil cases file this form with a complaint or answer to provide case details and indicate a preferred dispute-resolution method.

At a glance

Issued by: City of Chatham County · Chatham County, Chatham County, Georgia
Notarization: Not required: file this form without a notary.
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Catalogued: Oct 5, 2026
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What this form is

The ADR Initiation Form is for civil cases and must be completed and filed when the complaint or answer is filed. It requests case and party information, a brief case description, the names of people attending with authority to settle, a choice of dispute-resolution method, any special circumstances, and whether an exemption is requested.

Who needs it

The party filing a civil-case complaint or answer completes this form and provides information about the case and the parties.

How to submit it

Complete and file it when the complaint or answer is filed, and submit a copy to the ADR Office, Room 503, Chatham County Courthouse, 133 Montgomery Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

About notarization

This form does not require a notary; the completing party signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Form
Download the ADR Initiation Form for civil cases.
2
Complete the Form
Enter case and party details, describe the case, identify attendees with authority to settle, and indicate a dispute-resolution method.
3
Gather Any Attachments
If needed, attach an addendum or separate sheet with information for additional parties and their legal counsel.
4
File and Submit a Copy
File the form when the complaint or answer is filed and submit a copy to the ADR Office at the courthouse address on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the ADR Initiation Form?: No. The form does not require a notary; the completing party signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
How do I submit the ADR Initiation Form?: File it when the complaint or answer is filed, then submit a copy to the ADR Office, Room 503, Chatham County Courthouse, 133 Montgomery Street, Savannah.
What information does the ADR Initiation Form ask for?: It asks for case and party details, a brief case description, who will attend with authority to settle, a dispute-resolution method, special circumstances, and any exemption request.
Which dispute-resolution methods can I indicate?: The form lists non-binding or binding arbitration, mediation, and early neutral evaluation. It notes that parties must independently locate and arrange qualified individuals for arbitration and early neutral evaluation.

Need something notarized?

This ADR Initiation Form (Civil Cases Only) doesn’t need a notary, but if you have another Chatham County form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.