25-4-58.2. Conduct of Family Court Mediators. Mediators are expected to conduct themselves by the highest ethical standards. Mediators should conduct themselves and mediations according to the following general principles:
(1) A mediator should recognize that mediation is based on participation and self-determination by the parties. A mediator shall conduct the mediation process fairly, diligently, impartially and in a manner consistent with assisting the parties in reaching a voluntary, uncoerced agreement on the issues outstanding between them.
(2) A mediator shall fully disclose to all parties involved in the mediation any actual or potential conflicts of interest. A mediator shall not accept or shall withdraw from any mediation in which the mediator has reason to believe he or she cannot conduct the mediation in an impartial manner. After full disclosure of an actual or potential conflict of interest to the parties, the mediator shall withdraw from the mediation if requested by any party to do so.
(3) A mediator should maintain confidentiality at all times except as provided by law or court order. A mediator may otherwise disclose information regarding the mediation only with the expressed consent of the parties.
(4) A mediator shall fully disclose to the parties and explain the basis of compensation, fees, and other charges to the parties. This disclosure should occur at the first meeting of the mediator and the parties.Source: Supreme Court Rule 96-7; Supreme Court Rule 97-42.
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