Prehearing briefs may also be filed. The arbitrator sets the location, time, and date of the hearing. The arbitration clerk advises the parties of the hearing, which must be held within 180 days of filing the answer. Arbitration hearings are usually conducted at the arbitrator's office. Length of hearing.
Hearings generally last no more than one day.
Program features Party roles. In addition to counsel, parties or party representatives with settlement authority are required to attend the arbitration hearing. Sanctions are authorized under local rule for a party's failure to attend the hearing or to participate in the hearing in a meaningful manner. Filing of award. The arbitration award and decision are filed with the arbitration clerk under seal.