Common Point Resolutions provides Texas arbitration services for parties who need a neutral decision-maker to resolve a dispute outside traditional litigation. Arbitration can offer a more flexible process, with the arbitrator’s authority determined by the parties’ agreement and applicable rules or law.
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Unlike mediation, where the parties retain control over the outcome, arbitration gives a neutral arbitrator authority to consider the information presented and issue a decision. The arbitrator’s authority, the issues to be decided, and whether the resulting award is binding are determined by the parties’ arbitration agreement and any applicable rules or law.
Exploring Texas Arbitration Services
The Arbitration Process
Step 1
Initial Consultation and Conflict Review
The process begins with a complimentary 15-minute consultation. This brief conversation allows us to explain the arbitration process, answer general questions, and determine whether Common Point Resolutions may be an appropriate provider for the matter.
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Before accepting an arbitration, we conduct a conflict check and review the nature of the dispute, the parties involved, and the source of the arbitrator’s authority.
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Please do not provide confidential information or detailed evidence before the conflict review is completed.
Step 2
Arbitration Agreement and Preliminary Conference
Before the arbitration proceeds, the parties must identify the agreement, court order, or other written authorization governing the arbitration.
A preliminary conference is then used to establish the structure of the proceeding. Depending on the matter, this may include:
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Defining the issues to be decided
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Selecting the applicable rules
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Establishing deadlines
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Determining how documents and other information will be exchanged
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Identifying witnesses and exhibits
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Deciding whether the hearing will be conducted virtually or in person
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Clarifying whether a standard or reasoned written award is requested
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The goal is to create a process that is fair, organized, and appropriate for the nature and complexity of the dispute.
Step 4
Decision and Award
After the hearing and any permitted post-hearing submissions are complete, the arbitrator evaluates the record and prepares an award.
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The form and scope of the award depend on the parties’ arbitration agreement and the rules governing the proceeding. An award may be binding or nonbinding, and the availability of review, modification, or enforcement may be limited by applicable law.
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The award is provided to the parties after all required arbitration fees have been paid.
Rates for Service
Texas Arbitration Services
$350 per hour
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The hourly rate applies to all professional time devoted to the matter, including:
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Preliminary conferences
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Review of submissions and evidence
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Research and preparation
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Communications concerning the proceeding
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Hearing time
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Deliberation
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Preparation of the award
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The $350 hourly rate is the total arbitrator fee and is not charged separately to each party. Unless the arbitration agreement, applicable rules, or another written arrangement provides otherwise, the fee may be divided equally among the parties.
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Before the arbitration is confirmed, the parties will receive the applicable terms, an estimate based on the anticipated scope of the matter, and information about any required advance deposit. Outside filing fees, arbitration-provider charges, venue expenses, travel costs, or other case-specific expenses are not included in the arbitrator’s hourly rate.
Is Arbitration Appropriate for Your Dispute?
Arbitration may be appropriate when the parties already have an arbitration agreement or voluntarily agree in writing to submit a specific dispute to a neutral decision-maker.
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A complimentary 15-minute consultation can help determine whether Common Point Resolutions is an appropriate provider for the matter and identify the next steps required before an arbitration can be accepted.
Important Information
Common Point Resolutions serves as a neutral dispute-resolution provider and does not represent either party. We do not provide legal advice, and scheduling a consultation does not guarantee that a matter will be accepted for arbitration.
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Parties are encouraged to consult independent legal counsel regarding the validity and effect of an arbitration agreement, the selection of arbitration rules, available remedies, procedural rights, and the enforcement or review of an arbitration award.