How is an arbitrator appointed to a Panel?
After you or your lawyer have reviewed the background and experience of potential arbitrators from the roster, you make your selection and contact the arbitrator. You advise the arbitrator of your interest to appoint him or her, identify the parties involved and briefly outline the dispute so that the prospective arbitrator may determine that he or she has the requisite experience in the issue(s) in dispute and has no conflict of interest. The person is usually able to respond promptly to your request for such information. You then confirm that person’s appointment in writing. In the United States, arbitrators are required to disclose any and all relationships with principals, lawyers and fellow arbitrators who may be involved in a particular case.
