RS 9:4107: Standard of conduct; disclosure

A. The Standards of Conduct for Mediators adopted by the American Arbitration Association, the American Bar Association, and the Society of Professionals in Dispute Resolution shall apply to the professional conduct of mediators appointed under this Chapter unless the ADR Section adopts an alternative code of conduct.

B. Upon receiving notice of appointment as a mediator in a particular proceeding, the mediator shall make available to all parties a list of his professional qualifications, curriculum vitae, and fee schedule and disclose to the parties all past or present conflicts or relationships with the parties or their counsel.