SLR 8-13.111: Arbitrator’s Compensation

(1) If parties do not pay their pro rata share of the preliminary payment for the arbitrator within 14 days from assignment of the arbitrator, the court may exercise its authority under UTCR 1.090(2). (2) All arbitrator fees must be paid in full prior to the arbitrator filing the final award with the court unless otherwise ordered by the court. 8th Judicial District – Baker Circuit Court Revised February 1, 2026 Page 13 of 34 (3) The Arbitration Commission has established the following compensation schedule for arbitrators. Prior to the arbitrator beginning work on the case, a $600 deposit, with each party paying $300, must be paid directly to the arbitrator. Arbitrator fees are $200/hour for hearings, $60/hour for arbitration-related work, and $60/hour for travel time plus mileage at the current state rate. If the arbitration is cancelled or settled after it has been set for hearing, the arbitrator is entitled to charge for all arbitration-related work performed in preparation of the hearing and for one hour of hearing fees. The arbitrator’s fees may be considered as recoverable items of costs thereby creating a judgment in favor of the arbitrator and against any party who has not paid the arbitrator’s fees.