Rule 12.032 - AUTHORITY OF MEDIATORS(1) A mediator has the authority and control over the mediation process; but a mediator has no control or authority over the parties or their decisions in the case.(2) A mediator has the authority to include and exclude attorneys from the mediation sessions unless otherwise agreed to by the mediator and the parties, in writing.(3) A mediator will encourage disputing parties to obtain individual legal advice and individual legal review of any mediation agreement before signing the agreement.(4) A mediator must not act as a lawyer for either party.Columbia Supp. L. R. 12.032
Amended effective 2/1/2024.