How to Find an Arbitrator for a Business Dispute

Dealing with litigation is an expensive reality for many businesses. As a quicker and less costly option, many businesses are choosing alternative dispute resolution. Here are some resources to help you find a qualified arbitrator.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Make sure both parties agree to alternative dispute resolution before proceeding to find an arbitrator.
2. Ask your attorney. Many practicing attorneys have a broad network of resources and may be able to recommend a list of qualified local arbitrators.
3. Consult the American Arbitration Association (adr.org) for an online list of arbitrators.
4. The Better Business Bureau will also provide you with a list of arbitrators and mediators in the necessary area.
5. The Association for Conflict Resolution (acrnet.org) can recommend individual arbitrators or groups.
6. Contact JAMS (jamsadr.org), a group founded by retired judges in the state of California. They are an excellent resource for alternative dispute resolution.
7. Another group to contact is the National Arbitration Forum (arb-forum.com).