12:20:01:11.  Conduct at mediation sessions. Mediation sessions shall be conducted as follows:

          (1)  Mediation sessions are under the control of the mediator;

          (2)  The mediator must hold in strict confidence all information provided by the parties to the mediation;

          (3)  All parties must have the opportunity to speak and state their positions;

          (4)  Legal counsel may advise clients regarding legal rights and the implication of suggested solutions;

          (5)  All parties to the proceedings must make a good faith effort to resolve the dispute.

          Source: 15 SDR 20, effective August 7, 1988.

          General Authority:SDCL 54-13-2.

          Law Implemented:SDCL 54-13-2, 54-13-18.