Our Simplified Process
New Era Expedited Arbitration
Overview
A quick walkthrough of our Expedited Arbitration process showing you just how simple litigation can be.
Litigation is often frustrating and confusing, with no end in sight. We removed the mystery and added a finish line.
If you ever end up in litigation, you’ll find yourself caught in a confusing process that often drags on for years. It doesn’t have to be that way. Most organizations and people simply want to tell their story, show their best evidence, and most importantly, know when the process will be over so they can go back to their business and lives.
That’s exactly how we designed the litigation process on New Era, and it’s the basis of everything we do. Stop spending years on litigation, get it done in 60-100 days. Scroll through the steps of our Expedited Virtual Arbitration Proceedings on the right, see just how simple it can be and how much less daunting litigation can be when you get to the point, focus on the facts, and not bicker over complex rules, processes, and procedures. You can find the still-easy-to-understand details of each of these steps in our Rules and Procedures.
Sign-Up and Complaint
Claimant signs up on the platform using New Era’s simple and secure sign-up process and submits their Complaint.
Filing Fees
Claimant pays their share of the filing fee in accordance with the Fee Schedule. Fees may be reduced if there is a custom agreement in place.
Sign-Up and Answer
Respondent (a) receives email service of Complaint, (b) signs up on the platform; and (c) responds to the claims and asserts any counterclaims. Respondent has 21 days to respond or a default judgment may issue.
Arbitrator Appointed
New Era appoints a Neutral from a panel or pursuant to the agreement between the parties.
Case Fees
Each party pays their share of the flat case fee in accordance with the Fee Schedule. Fees may be reduced if there is a custom agreement in place.
Parties Upload Their Documents
Both parties upload the relevant documents supporting their cases.
Documents are Exchanged; Optional Discovery
Once all documents are submitted, they are digitally exchanged between the parties. The parties may request additional discovery, granted in the discretion of the Neutral.
Hearing is Set and Held or Denied
The Neutral sets a hearing and holds the hearing or decides to rule solely on the documents and arguments submitted.
Final Arguments Are Submitted
Decision Rendered
The Neutral renders a decision which may be reasoned or non-reasoned depending on the type of case.
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