Choosing Your Own Arbitrator

Choosing Your Own Arbitrator Instead Of Going To The AAA?

It is possible for parties seeking arbitration to use private sources in order to find an arbitrator if they do not wish to use the National Academy of Arbitration (NAA) or the AAA. Arbitrators can be found in a variety of ways such as in legal publications. These documents often contain arbitration advertisements which provide the names of private arbitrators. Another beneficial source is the local bar association, which can help in the process of finding and hiring an arbitrator for a proceeding. The majority of arbitrators are private attorneys, judges who are retired, or individuals who are experienced in a certain subject matter. If the parties are thinking of hiring a private arbitrator, it is necessary to research the various options in order to choose the best individual. The challenge is finding an arbitrator who can be agreed upon by all parties.

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NJ Accidents Claims Arbitration

Randolph Wolf, Esq.
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Red Bank, New Jersey, 07701
(888) 715-9363

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Roger Sagal, Esq.
645 Second St.
Ouray, CO
(970) 245-4414

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Arbitration Vs. Mediation

Arbitration and mediation are both forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), a method for resolving disputes outside of the courts. While they are closely related, an arbitrator is appointed to make a final decision, while a mediator simply facilitates the resolution of a dispute.

Parties involved in mediation are not required to reach a final decision. However, binding agreements can be made if participants choose to contract an "agreement settlement."

Mediation or arbitration may be used instead of the traditional court system, however, both parties must first agree to either mediation or arbitration.

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