For all cases determined to be international by the AAA–ICDR, the International Fee Schedule shall apply. An international case is generally defined as having either the place of arbitration or performance of the agreement outside the United States, or having an arbitration agreement between parties from different countries. To view the International Fee Schedule, visit go.adr.org/internationalfeeschedule.
The AAA offers parties two options for the payment of administrative fees.
For both schedules, administrative fees are based on the amount of the claim or counterclaim and are to be paid by the party bringing the claim or counterclaim at the time the demand or claim is filed with the AAA. Arbitrator compensation is not included in either schedule. Unless the parties’ agreement provides otherwise, arbitrator compensation and administrative fees are subject to allocation by an arbitrator in an award.
Standard Fee Schedule: A two-payment schedule that provides for somewhat higher initial filing fees but lower overall administrative fees for cases that proceed to a hearing.
Flexible Fee Schedule: A three-payment schedule that provides for lower initial filing fee and then spreads subsequent payments out over the course of the arbitration. Total administrative fees will be somewhat higher for cases that proceed to a hearing.
Amount of Claim | Initial Filing Fee | Final Fee |
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Less than $75,000 |
$925 |
$800 |
$75,000 to less than $150,000 |
$1,925 |
$1,375 |
$150,000 to less than $300,000 |
$2,900 |
$2,200 |
$300,000 to less than $500,000 |
$4,400 |
$3,850 |
$500,000 to less than $1,000,000 |
$5,500 |
$6,825 |
$1,000,000 to less than $10,000,000 |
$7,700 |
$8,475 |
$10,000,000 and above |
$11,000 plus .01% of the claim |
$13,750 |
Undetermined Monetary Claims |
$7,700 |
$8,475 |
Nonmonetary Claims* |
$3,500 |
$2,750 |
Deficient Filing Fee |
$500 |
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Additional Party Fees |
If there are more than two separately represented parties in the arbitration, an additional 10% |
Initial Filing Fees: Subject to a $500 minimum non-refundable Initial Filing Fee for all cases, refunds of Initial Filing Fees for settled or withdrawn cases will be calculated from the date the AAA receives the demand for arbitration as follows:
However, no refunds will be made once:
Final Fees: If a case is settled or withdrawn prior to the first hearing taking place, all Final Fees paid will be refunded. However, if the AAA is not notified of a cancellation at least 24 hours before a scheduled hearing date, the Final Fee will remain due and will not be refunded.
Amount of Claim | Initial Filing Fee | Proceed Fee | Final Fee |
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Less than $75,000 |
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$75,000 to less than $150,000 |
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$150,000 to less than $300,000 |
$1,825 |
$1,875 |
$2,200 |
$300,000 to less than $500,000 |
$2,200 |
$3,300 |
$3,850 |
$500,000 to less than $1,000,000 |
$2,750 |
$4,725 |
$6,825 |
$1,000,000 to less than $10,000,000 |
$3,850 |
$6,275 |
$8,475 |
$10,000,000 and above |
$5,500 |
$10,000 plus .01% of the claim amount above $10,000,000 |
$13,750 |
Undetermined Monetary Claims |
$3,850 |
$6,275 |
$8,475 |
Nonmonetary Claims* |
$2,200 |
$2,475 |
$2,750 |
Deficient Filing Fee |
$500 |
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Additional Party Fees |
If there are more than two separately represented parties in the arbitration, an additional 10% |
Under the Flexible Fee Schedule, Filing Fees and Proceed Fees are non-refundable once incurred.
Final Fees: If a case is settled or withdrawn prior to the first hearing taking place, all Final Fees paid will be refunded. However, if the AAA is not notified of a cancellation at least 24 hours before a scheduled hearing date, the Final Fee will remain due and will not be refunded.
Additional Party Fees: Additional Party Fees will be charged as described above, and in addition:
Incomplete or Deficient Filings: Where the applicable arbitration agreement does not reference the AAA, the AAA will attempt to obtain the agreement of all parties to have the arbitration administered by the AAA.
Arbitrations in Abeyance: Cases held in abeyance by mutual agreement for one year will be assessed an annual abeyance fee of $500, to be split equally among the parties. If a party refuses to pay the assessed fee, the other party or parties may pay the entire fee on behalf of all parties, otherwise the arbitration will be administratively closed. All filing requirements, including the payment of filing fees, must be met before a matter will be placed in abeyance.
Fees for Additional Services: The AAA reserves the right to assess additional administrative fees for services performed by the AAA that go beyond those provided for in the AAA’s rules, but which are required as a result of the parties’ agreement or stipulation.
Hearing Room Rentals: The fees described above do not cover the cost of hearing rooms, which are available on a rental basis. Check with the AAA for availability and rates.
A $250 non-refundable deposit, which will be applied toward the mediation fee, is required to initiate the AAA’s administration of the mediation and appointment of the mediator.
The mediator’s fee is stated on his or her resume. The AAA administrative fee, split by the parties, is $75 per hour billed by the mediator with a minimum four hour charge for any mediation held. Expenses referenced in Section M-17 of the Mediation Procedures may also apply.
If a matter submitted for mediation is withdrawn or cancelled or results in a settlement after the request to initiate mediation is filed but prior to the mediation conference, the AAA administrative fee is $250 (to which the deposit will be applied) plus any mediator time and expenses incurred. These costs shall be borne by the initiating party unless the parties agree otherwise.
If you have questions about mediation costs or services, visit www.adr.org or contact your local AAA office.
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