Abstract
Mediator neutrality is both a central tenet of mediation practice and a highly critiqued concept; it is problematic in theory and elusive in practice. Researcher objectivity often creates similar dilemmas for research practice. One common theme in attempting to resolve such dilemmas has been to advocate reflexivity in the practice of mediation and in the practice of research. This article traces similarities in questions of mediator neutrality and researcher objectivity and explores the theoretical underpinnings of reflexivity in research in order to ground a consideration of its significance for mediation practice.