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Request for Appointment of an Arbitrator

Select the Right Arbitrator for Your Dispute Resolution

Select the type of arbitrator appointment you are requesting and whether this is a unilateral or joint application.

If your case has already been assigned a reference number, enter it here

Request appointment of a single arbitrator to resolve the dispute

Request appointment of a second arbitrator for a three-member tribunal

Request appointment of a presiding arbitrator (chair) for the tribunal

Request appointment of a substitute arbitrator to replace an existing arbitrator

Specify another type of arbitrator appointment

An agreement between the parties allows either party to apply to NICArb to appoint an arbitrator. Only the claimant's signature is required.

Both parties jointly apply for the appointment of an arbitrator. Both claimant and respondent signatures are required.

Conditions for Unilateral Application:

  • An agreement between the parties allows for the application of NICArb Arbitration Rules
  • Copy of the agreement and particulars of the dispute must be attached
  • Notice of Arbitration and/or Response (if not already submitted)
  • Any condition precedent must be satisfied and documented