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Arbitration Agreement
Free arbitration agreement template — parties agree to resolve disputes through arbitration instead of court.
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This free arbitration agreement covers 1. Agreement to Arbitrate, 2. Arbitration Rules, 3. Location, 4. Costs, 5. Exceptions with 7 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for individuals and small businesses handling a straightforward legal document themselves needing a clear, professional document without commissioning custom legal drafting for a routine situation. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Arbitration Agreement
Party A: [Name] Party B: [Name] Date: [Date]
1. Agreement to Arbitrate
Any dispute arising out of or related to [the underlying agreement/relationship — reference it] will be resolved through binding arbitration rather than litigation in court, except as stated below.
2. Arbitration Rules
Arbitration will be conducted under the rules of [Arbitration organization — e.g. AAA, JAMS], by [one arbitrator / a panel of three].
3. Location
Arbitration will take place in [City, State], or [remotely/by video, if agreed].
4. Costs
[Describe how arbitration costs and fees are split — commonly each party bears its own attorney fees, and splits the arbitrator's fee, unless the arbitrator decides otherwise.]
5. Exceptions
[State any disputes excluded from arbitration — e.g. "either party may seek injunctive relief in court for IP or confidentiality violations."]
6. Binding Decision
The arbitrator's decision is final and binding, and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.
Party A: ______________________ Date: ____________ Party B: ______________________ Date: ____________
*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Arbitration clauses waive your right to a jury trial and (usually) to a class action — this is a significant legal choice; understand the tradeoff before including one in a contract, especially in consumer-facing agreements where enforceability rules are stricter.*
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- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 6 standard sections: 1. Agreement to Arbitrate, 2. Arbitration Rules, 3. Location, 4. Costs, 5. Exceptions, 6. Binding Decision
- 7 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
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- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Before involving a lawyer
A solid starting draft to review with counsel, or to use directly for a low-stakes situation.
FAQ
Is this arbitration agreement template really free?
Yes, completely free — view, edit, and download this arbitration agreement as a PDF without creating an account.
What does this arbitration agreement cover?
This legal template includes 1. Agreement to Arbitrate, 2. Arbitration Rules, 3. Location, 4. Costs. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This template reflects common practice, not your jurisdiction's specific requirements. Legal formalities (required language, witness or notarization rules, filing steps) differ by state and sometimes by county — confirm them with a licensed attorney before this document does any real work.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 7 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
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