B. The mediation session shall be conducted in accordance with the process described in detail by the Mediator during the opening of the mediation. The process may include, as appropriate and necessary, the following:
• An opportunity to present each party’s positions, claims and concerns
• Joint sessions with all parties participating
• Various “caucus” sessions in which the Mediator meets with one or more parties and/or their counsel, as the Mediator deems appropriate
D. Any communications to the Mediator during a “caucus” shall not be disclosed by the Mediator to any other party without permission.
E. The mediation session shall be informal, and conducted with civility.
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(US District Court, New York, Western District // Buffalo, NY 14202 // Judy Hernandez, Staff Attorney)


