Rule 72 - Suitability for Arbitration (a) Decision to Require Compulsory Arbitration. Rules 72 through 77 apply if the superior court in a county, by a majority vote of the judges in that county, decides to require arbitration of certain claims and establishes jurisdictional limits by local rule under A.R.S. § 12-133.
Unlike litigation, arbitration is generally less formal, more confidential, and can be tailored to the specific needs of the parties. This makes it particularly attractive in complex commercial disputes, where the nuances of the industry and the need for specialised knowledge are paramount.
The parties may stipulate to the appointment of a particular person to serve as a master and the amount of compensation, but before such a person may be appointed, the court must approve the appointment and, after reviewing the person's qualifications, the proposed compensation.
As provided by Rule 72(d), Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure, the Court will waive the arbitration requirement if the parties agree to participate in a summary jury trial.
Either Party to a contract in which there is an Arbitration clause can either himself or through an authorised agent may invoke Arbitration so as to refer the dispute to arbitration, as per provisions of the arbitration clause.
In Arizona, a Rule 69 agreement is a device designed to help divorcing spouses resolve many of their differences out of court. A Rule 69 agreement is a plan that can effectively settle various matters relevant to a divorce.
Rule 77 - Trials (a)Setting Cases for Trial. Unless the court has already set a trial on its own or at a resolution management conference or a scheduling conference, any party may file a motion to set a case for trial.
There are typically seven stages of the arbitration process: Claimant Files a Claim. Respondent Submits Answer. Parties Select Arbitrators. Parties Attend Initial Prehearing Conference. Parties Exchange Discovery. Parties Attend Hearings. Arbitrators Deliberate and Render Award.
Parties are encouraged to file their Requests electronically using ICC Case Connect. Via the Request form, claimant(s) will be invited to supply key information in relation to their Request, and to upload their Request and any relevant annexes.
Parties will need to provide material evidence during the arbitration process. Some arbitrators may require that some types of evidence (such as invoices, pictures, and party correspondence) be presented in a specific format, such as in a binder and labeled in a certain order.