Dispute Resolution & Venue. It is the Parties’ intent to resolve any disputes relating to the interpretation or application of this Agreement informally through discussions at the staff level. In the event disputes cannot be resolved informally at the staff level, then the Parties agree to first submit the dispute to non-binding mediation/dispute resolution before resorting to litigation. In the event that either Party deems it necessary to institute legal action or proceedings to enforce any right or obligation under this Agreement, the Parties hereto agree that any such action shall be initiated in the Superior Court of the State of Washington, situated in Benton County. The Parties hereto agree that all questions shall be resolved by application of Washington law and that the Parties to such accordance with the laws of the State of Washington.
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Sources: Interlocal Cooperative Agreement, Interlocal Cooperative Agreement, Interlocal Cooperative Agreement