Rates

Per Diem: My per diem rate is $300 per hour up to $2,000 per day. This rate is charged for hearings and for preparing the Arbitration Decision and Award. Hearings are charged a minimum of one day unless we have agreed to another arrangement in advance. I charge the same rates for mediation sessions and fact-finding cases.

Cancellation Fees: Once the case is confirmed on my schedule, all arbitration and mediation matters are subject to cancellation fees. Matters canceled more than 20 calendar days prior to the scheduled hearing will be charged $1,000 plus any travel expenses incurred by the arbitrator. Matters canceled 20 or fewer calendar days prior to the scheduled hearing or session will be charged $2,000. Parties are responsible for unrefunded airfare and other necessary travel expenses. No cancellation fee is charged for unused days of hearing or mediation in cases completed in fewer days than originally scheduled.

Postponement: The first joint request for postponement is automatically granted. Parties are responsible for travel costs that result from the postponement and rescheduling of the hearing or session. Subsequent requests and unilateral requests may be granted for good cause shown.

Travel: I charge the IRS business rate of mileage reimbursement for vehicle travel outside of the Seattle, Washington area. Necessary lodging, transportation, and parking costs are charged for hearings outside the Puget Sound area. I do not charge for travel time or meals.

Invoices: You will receive an invoice with my Arbitration Decision & Award, or with my Mediation Summary & Recommendations. Invoices are due upon receipt. Re-billing of an invoice after 60 calendar days will be subject to a $250 re-billing fee. Parties are jointly and severally liable for my fees and expenses. I follow the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, business contract, or other governing document on how to apportion responsibility for arbitrator fees and expenses. I follow similar provisions for apportionment of mediator fees and expenses.