Complaint to Enforce Arbitration Award
About this form
The Complaint to Enforce Arbitration Award is a legal document that allows a plaintiff to seek enforcement of a decision made in a prior arbitration. This form is specific to situations where a defendant has not complied with an arbitration award, and it aims to obtain a court judgment that incorporates the arbitration outcome. Unlike other forms related to arbitration, this complaint directly addresses non-compliance and requests the court to intervene on behalf of the plaintiff.
Key components of this form
- Title indicating the purpose of the complaint.
- Case number field for court identification.
- Identification of the parties involved, including plaintiff and defendant addresses.
- A statement of jurisdiction based on state statutes.
- Details of the arbitration agreement and the arbitrator's judgment.
- Request for enforcement of the arbitration award and recovery of costs.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when a plaintiff has successfully obtained an arbitration award but the defendant has failed to fulfill the terms of that award. Common scenarios include disputes in business contracts, employment agreements, or consumer contracts where arbitration was specified as the resolution method. If your attempts to enforce the award informally have been unsuccessful, this complaint is needed to formally seek court enforcement.
Who can use this document
- Individuals or businesses seeking to enforce an arbitration decision.
- Parties who have a valid arbitration agreement with a non-compliant counterpart.
- Persons who have incurred costs in pursuing the arbitration award and wish to recover those costs through the court.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the parties by entering the names and addresses of the plaintiff and defendant.
- Fill in the case number, if applicable, as assigned by the court.
- Provide the date of the arbitration agreement and details of the arbitratorâs judgment.
- List all relevant documents associated with the arbitration as exhibits.
- Sign and date the complaint ensuring all information is accurate and complete.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to include all relevant documents as exhibits.
- Incorrectly identifying the parties, which can delay proceedings.
- Leaving fields blank or providing incomplete information.
- Not verifying compliance with local court rules regarding arbitration enforcement.
Why use this form online
- Convenience of downloading and filling the form at your own pace.
- Editability allows for customization to meet specific case requirements.
- Access to reliable legal templates drafted by licensed attorneys.
- Ensured compliance with legal formatting and terminology.
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FAQ
An award must be enforced by application/motion proceedings in the High Court (section 31, Arbitration Act). South African applications to enforce arbitration awards are brought before the motion court (Rule 6(5)(a) of the Uniform Rules of Court).
Instead, if a party wins in the arbitration and the other party does not do what the award says, the winning party may go to court to confirm the arbitration award. Under AAA rules, parties to AAA cases agree that the arbitration award can be entered as a judgment in any federal or state court with jurisdiction.
The recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards in India is primarily governed by the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 (ACA 1996) (as amended) as well as the Code of Civil Procedure 1908 (CPC). Domestic and foreign awards are enforced in the same manner as a decree of the Indian court.
Arbitration awards can be challenged in court, but these awards will only be overturned by the court in rare and limited cases. Courts will vacate, or refuse to confirm an arbitration award if the award is the product of fraud, corruption, or serious misconduct by the arbitrator.