SLR 3-12.065: AUTHORITY OF MEDIATORS

(1) A mediator has authority and control over the mediation process; but a mediator has no control or authority over the parties or over their decisions in the case. (2) A mediator shall encourage disputing parties to obtain individual legal advice and individual legal review of any mediated agreement before signing any agreement. (3) A mediator shall not act as a lawyer for either party. (4) Mediators appointed pursuant to Rule 12.025 shall comply with any specific mediation provisions ordered by the court under Rule 12.025(3).