Arbitrators in Australia

82 arbitrators across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

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Stesin Legal
Melbourne

Stesin Legal

By appointment only · Brighton · VIC 3186

Serving clients throughout Melbourne CBD, Stesin Legal prides itself on the effective, and alternative ways they help clients settle disputes. They offer a wide range of services, including…

MediationArbitrationDispute ResolutionAlternative Dispute Resolution
Brisbane

Constructive Business Consulting

By appointment only · Brisbane · QLD 4000

CBC is committed to providing practical and effective advice across various industries and organisations of varying size. We are strategic thinking and leadership exerts with a background in…

Business ServicesArbitratorsarbitratorProfessional Services
North Coast

Grahams Lawyers

By appointment only · Lismore · NSW 2480

Experienced Northern Rivers lawyers offering expert legal services in criminal defence, family law, divorce, child custody, and employment law. We serve Ballina, Lismore, Casino, and the surrounding…

Organisations and GovernmentJusticeProfessional ServicesLegal Costing and Support
Sydney

Apex Recovery

By appointment only · Ashfield · NSW 2131

Finding Unclaimed Australian Money is What We Do Best! Apex Recovery Have you received correspondence from Apex Recovery? If so, then you may have unclaimed money in your individual or company name!…

Business ServicesArbitratorsarbitratorFinance and Insurance
Brisbane

Charlton Edwards

By appointment only · Brisbane · QLD 4000

At Charlton Edwards, our mission is to assist conflicting parties find a swift and satisfying resolution to their dispute. We are dedicated to assisting the parties open up the lines of communication…

Business ServicesArbitratorsarbitratorProfessional Services
Cairns

Global Funds Recovery Office

By appointment only · Cairns · QLD 4870

The Global Funds Recovery Office specialise in recovering unclaimed funds & returning it to its rightful owners. At our office we are Seriously committed to putting money BACK into the pockets of…

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User guide to Arbitrators

Arbitrators

At times when an issue or dispute cannot be solved by the parties involved and participation of a court is not desired, engaging the services of an arbitrator can be the best option. Arbitration is when a neutral outside party is called in to pass judgment on a dispute. While not a part of the courts the decision passed by the arbitrator can be considered to be legally binding and final on both the parties involved.

Arbitration can be much cheaper than going through the legal system which is why a number of people prefer this method. Provisions for taking an issue or a contract to an arbitrator usually have to be built into the contract with a dispute resolution cause. Both parties generally have to agree to go into arbitration. There are many advantages along with disadvantages of the arbitration process which should be carefully reviewed and evaluated before starting.

The process of arbitration can be much faster than going to a court. Other benefits of arbitration include:

  • Proceeding can be kept confidential
  • Decision can be final since long, drawn out appeals are not possible
  • The costs are lower and the proceedings can be flexible as compared to a structured court case

Drawbacks of arbitration can include but are not limited to the following:

  • If the arbitrator is not neutral the proceedings are not fair
  • The limited ability to file an appeal means that you are out of luck if the decision does not go in your favor
  • Depending on the dispute the process of arbitration can get extremely complex and hard to follow.

Things to consider

Before you consider hiring an arbitrator, it is very important to consider the following questions:

  • How will an arbitrator be chosen and how will their impartiality be decided?
  • What does the contract or agreement state about arbitration - is it allowed?
  • What are the consequences and risks you'll undertake in case the arbitration does not go in your favor?
  • Is the arbitrator linked with associations like the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators - Australia to ensure impartial service?
  • What experience do arbitrators have in this field and are they aware of all applicable laws and regulations?