As I am getting ready to speak at a bar program on preparation for mediation, I realized It has been awhile since I wrote about the topic. Thus, here are my proposed tips for preparation for a successful mediation. (1) Lawyers, meet with your client in advance of the mediation. This is for several reasons including learning about the case, preparing the client for the process, and managing expectations. (A) The lawyer needs to drill down with the client everything about the c