Relationship to Participants. The mediator should be aware that post-mediation professional or social relationships may compromise the mediator's continued availability as a neutral third party. Conflict of Interest. A mediator should disclose any circumstance to the participants that might cause a conflict of interest. V. Confidentiality and Exchange of Information 1.
Confidentiality relates to the full and open disclosure necessary for the mediation process.
A mediator shall foster the confidentiality of the process. Limits of Confidentiality. The mediator shall inform the parties at the initial meeting of limitations on confidentiality, such as statutorily or judicially mandated reporting. Appearing in Court. The mediator shall inform the parties of circumstances under which mediators may or not be compelled to testify in court, a law which varies according to state statute.