Checklist for Arbitrator and Attorneys
Name of case:
Party A:
Party B:
Attorney for Party A:
Attorney for Party B:
Time and date of arbitration:
Approximate time needed for arbitration:
Number of witnesses:
Party A:
Party B:
Other:
Beginning and ending time of each session:
Begin:
End:
Presentation needs:
Overhead projector:
DVD player:
Easel:
Personal computer:
Software application:
Record of proceeding:
Court reporter:
Nonstenographic:
Secured by whom:
Paid by whom:
Main issues to be arbitrated:
Property:
Characterization:
Value:
Division:
Reimbursement:
Child support:
Alimony:
Custody:
Specific issues to be arbitrated:
Procedural rules:
Documents:
Stipulation as to authenticity:
Stipulation as to admissibility:
Exchange documents between counsel:
Expert reports:
(It is strongly suggested that the arbitrator be furnished with a complete set of exhibits, if possible, before the hearing.)
Preliminary motions:
Discovery matters:
Rulings on admissibility:
Sanction rulings:
Evidentiary matters:
Per Texas Rules of Evidence:
Discovery under Texas Rules of Civil Procedure:
Other agreements:
Trial briefs on any issue:
Briefly describe issues to be briefed:
Arbitration costs and fees:
Arbitrator:
Allocation of fees:
Deposit: ________________________________________ Date:
Balance: ________________________________________ Date: