[ad_1] A lawyer’s direct participation is not necessary in most mediation proceedings. The people involved are trying to work together to resolve their issues and come up with an agreement; therefore, they are less likely to need an advocate to convince the judge or arbitrator of their viewpoint. These people can usually handle the process by themselves with less trouble because mediate on rules are few and uncomplicated. Participants, however, may want to consult with an attorney before the mediation…