The importance of ethics in the practice of mediation

• Main Author: Dorcas QUEK ANDERSON
• Format: text
• Language: English
• Published: Institutional Knowledge at Singapore Management University 2021
• Subjects: mediation ethics; mediation; voluntariness; self-determination; impartiality; confidentiality; informed consent; Dispute Resolution and Arbitration; Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility
• Online Access: https://ink.library.smu.edu.sg/sol_research/3818; https://ink.library.smu.edu.sg/context/sol_research/article/5776/viewcontent/03_The_Importance_of_Ethics_in_the_Practice_of_Mediation.pdf
• Institution: Singapore Management University

What is the predominant function of ethics for the mediation profession in Singapore? Do ethical principles assume greater significance in light of increasing institutionalisation of mediation programmes in Singapore? What can mediators, mediation advocates and mediation institutions do to ensure consistent adherence to ethical standards? These and other related issues were discussed in a webinar organised by the Singapore Academy of Law in May 2021 featuring Lim Tat, Chuan Wee Meng and this author as panellists, together with See Chern Yang as moderator. This article highlights the notable discussion points of the webinar, including the significance of mediation ethics, common mediation ethical principles, the roles played by different stakeholders in encouraging compliance with mediation ethics, and the common ethical dilemmas confronting mediators.