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Virginia State Bar Rules of Professional Conduct, Rules 2.10-2.11: Third Party Neutrals and Mediators

Virginia State Bar. Sep. 1, 2018
https://www.vsb.org/pro-guidelines/index.php/main/print_view

Rule 2.10 outlines the role of a third party neutral in helping parties reach "a voluntary settlement of a dispute through a structured process known as a dispute resolution proceeding." The rule further outlines the role of a lawyer as third party neutral, stating that the lawyer cannot represent parties before, during or after a dispute resolution proceeding. Rule 2.11 discusses lawyers as mediators and their role facilitating communication between parties. Lawyer-mediators must determine appropriateness of pursuing mediation and speak with parties prior to the mediation to discuss limitations and expectations regarding the process.

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