Can experts participate in mediation?
General Mediation
Answer
Yes. Experts may help explain technical, medical, financial, valuation, engineering, or other issues. They can participate throughout the session or only for a limited presentation. Their role should be defined in advance so the mediation does not become an informal trial.
Reviewed by Wayne Lazarus on September 15, 2026.
Reviewed by Wayne H. Lazarus, attorney with more than 50 years’ experience, member of the State Bar of Georgia and The Florida Bar, and of Alternative Dispute Resolution sections.
This information is educational and is not legal advice.