SLR 10-13.048: Waiver of Deferral of Fee

(1) Indigent parties must seek waiver or deferral of the arbitrator's fee within 14 days from the date the case is transferred to arbitration. The request must be submitted by motion and order, supported by an affidavit setting forth with specificity the party's income, assets, and expenses, and presented to the Presiding Judge for approval. (2) In the event funds are available under ORS 36.420 for the payment of fees that are waived or deferred, the arbitrator shall be reimbursed after completion of the arbitration, filing of the arbitration award, and submission of the form approved by the State Court Administrator for such purpose.