Reflections Of An Arbitrator: Why Rule 4:21A Matters

So your case is scheduled for court ordered arbitration. No shocker. You have been through this before. But before you hastily put together a form arbitration memo, consider how a well – executed arbitration can assist your case. It matters.

As a certified arbitrator, I have presided over all sorts of proceedings: fights with private institutions, contract disputes, property damage, just to name a few. The arbitration process is important because the arbitrator's decision is final unless within 30 days a party files a notice of rejection of the award and makes a demand for a trial de novo.

Aside from the potential finality of an arbitration award, the process itself can be very important for your client and your cause. Depending on the specific details of your case, arbitration can assist you in the following ways: