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Home/Services/Arbitration ArbitrationD2023-10-10T13:17:47-04:00						Arbitration and the Arbitrator RosterVoluntary arbitration and fact-finding are widely used in labor-management relations. The FMCS Arbitration Services provides valuable services for parties seeking arbitration through its roster of approximately 1,000 arbitrators. It also oversees the roster to assure compliance with FMCS policies and procedures and with the Code of Professional Responsibility for Arbitrators of Labor-Management Disputes.
Upon request, FMCS provides panels of arbitrators experienced in labor relations issues, from which the parties can select as provided in their collective bargaining agreement or other mutual agreement. Requests can be tailored to accommodate a variety of requirements, including for expertise, fees, and geography, provided both parties agree. Other kinds of customization are available.
For general information about our arbitration program and its leadership, click Arbitration-about us. Use the side navigation on the left for other categories of information, including Requesting a Panel. For frequently asked questions click FAQs.
You may reach the Arbitration Services at **202-606-5111**. The Director of Arbitration, Arthur Pearlstein, and other arbitration personnel, may be reached at this number. For more specific contact information and areas of responsibility among Office of Arbitration personnel, click on Arbitration Contact Information, also on the side navigation panel.
**NOTE:** There is a new fee structure as of 10/01/2023 as follows:
Annual listing fee for arbitrators who have completed less than 5 years on the Roster: $200 for first address and $75 for each additional address.
Annual listing fee for arbitrators who have completed 5 or more years on the Roster: $300 for first address and $125 for each additional address.
A Request for a “Panel” of arbitrators (up to seven) processed on-line: $100
Request for “Panel” of arbitrators (up to 13) processed manually by FMCS staff: $175.
Request for a “List” of arbitrators (up to 13) processed manually by FMCS staff: $175.
Direct manual appointment of an arbitrator when a panel is not used: $100.Online Arbitration SystemOur online system for arbitration is simple and flexible. To request panels, you can go to arbitration.fmcs.gov and login, or click here to request panel, which will take you to the login page. The cost for an online panel is $100 and for a manual request (or manual delivery) is $175. If you have any difficulty, please notify us by email at arbitration@fmcs.gov, call 202-606-5111, or contact your case manager.Video ArbitrationAs part of an ongoing effort by FMCS aimed at promoting the successful use of video to conduct arbitration hearings, FMCS has added a feature to itsonline arbitration request system allowing parties to check a box to request a panel from FMCS consisting only of those on the FMCS Roster who have self-certified as ready and able to conduct video arbitration.
**Video Arbitration Guide**
FMCS Office of Arbitration has also prepared a ***Video Arbitration Guide for Labor and Management Advocates*** making it widely available to parties. The guide explores potential advantages and disadvantages of video arbitration, provides preparation tips, highlights certain technical issues and lists some available video platforms and general features. In addition, the guide provides links to some beneficial resources.
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