He or she is to fully disclose any pecuniary interest that may be relevant, any pertinent relationship that may create the appearance of partiality, and any bias toward the subject matter or participants which could affect partiality. If the mediator or a party determines that the mediator's impartiality has been compromised, then the mediator shall offer to withdraw. The mediator is not to charge a contingent fee or one based upon the outcome of the mediation. The fee for a mediation conducted under a court order is not to exceed the usual and customary fee for the same mediation had it been attended voluntarily. There is to be full disclosure of fees and expenses as soon as practical before the mediation.
Confidentiality is to be exercised before, during and after the mediation.
The mediator is not to disclose, without the prior consent of the parties, confidential information, unless required by statute. Any such confidential information is to be carefully stored or disposed of. The mediator is to render anonymous all identifying information when mediation materials are used for research, education or other appropriate purposes. Recordings or transcripts are to be prohibited unless all parties otherwise agree. The mediator is not to give legal or other professional advice to the parties and is to explain to pro se parties that there may be risks in proceeding without counsel.