The decision ordering mediation shall mention the agreement of the parties, appoint the mediator and the initial duration of the mediator’s assignment and indicate the date on which the case will be recalled to the hearing.
The decision sets the amount of the advance referred to in article 131-3 at a level as close as possible to the foreseeable remuneration, as well as the period of time within which the parties it appoints will make the payment directly to the mediator. If several parties are designated, the decision shall specify in what proportion each will make the payment.
If the advance is not paid in full within the prescribed period, the decision lapses and the proceedings continue.