Arbitration Demand Template

[Date]

[VIA CERTIFIED MAIL / EMAIL]

[Arbitration Provider Name]
[Address]

Re: Demand for Arbitration – [Claimant] v. [Respondent]

To Whom It May Concern:

1. Parties

• Claimant: [Name, address, phone, email].
• Respondent: [Name, address, phone, email].
• Contract/Relationship: [Describe agreement containing arbitration clause]. Attach copy as Exhibit A.

2. Arbitration Agreement

• Identify arbitration clause location (section number, date).
• Specify governing rules (e.g., AAA Commercial Rules, JAMS Comprehensive Rules).

3. Nature of Dispute

• Provide concise summary of facts giving rise to dispute.
• Include timeline of key events, communications, and breaches.

4. Claims Asserted

• Breach of contract
• [Statutory claims]
• [Tort claims]
• Reference applicable laws or contract provisions.

5. Relief Sought

• Compensatory damages in amount of $[Amount].
• Specific performance/injunctive relief.
• Interest, attorneys’ fees, and costs as permitted by agreement or law.
• Declaratory relief clarifying parties’ rights.

6. Arbitration Hearing Location

• Proposed venue per agreement or convenience: [City, State].

7. Arbitrator Selection

• Request panel composition (single arbitrator/three arbitrators).
• Identify qualifications sought (experience in [industry/law]).

8. Filing Fee and Costs

• Enclose filing fee pursuant to provider’s fee schedule.
• Request allocation of fees/costs per contract or applicable rules.

9. Representative Information

• Claimant represented by [Attorney Name], [Firm], [Contact Info].
• Respondent counsel (if known): [Name, contact].

10. Attachments

• Copy of arbitration agreement/contract.
• Statement of claim or exhibits supporting allegations (invoices, emails, etc.).
• Proof of payment of filing fees.

Please confirm receipt of this Demand for Arbitration and provide instructions regarding scheduling and case management. We request that Respondent be served with this demand pursuant to the rules.

Sincerely,

[Attorney/Claimant Name]
[Title]
[Address]
[Phone]
[Email]

cc: [Respondent/Respondent’s Counsel]