Rule 13.125 - ABITRATOR'S COMPENSATION(1) The arbitrator shall be compensated at the rate of $150.00 per hour for time spent for preparation for arbitration hearing, the hearing and necessary post-hearing duties. Parties are responsible for payment for any work performed by arbitrator even if the parties settle their case prior to or post the arbitration hearing. Each party shall pay a $400.00 deposit directly to the arbitrator prior to the arbitrator beginning work on the case. The arbitrator shall be compensated at the rate of $75.00 per hour for travel time.(2) If either fails to pay their share of the deposit within 14 days of assignment to the arbitrator, the court may, on its own motion or that of a party after opportunity for a hearing, impose any sanction listed in UTCR 1.090(2)(3) The parties shall pay the arbitrator's fee in full before the arbitrator files the award with the court. This requirement is waived for any portion of the fee payable under ORS 36.420.Malheur Supp. L. R. 13.125
Amended effective 2/1/2024.