Fees and Cancellations

Grievance Arbitration and Mediation
The fee is $1500 per day for hearing, research, and preparation of the opinion and award.  A hearing day is any portion if a day up to eight (8) hours.  Time for research and preparation is prorated at $200 per hour.

Cancellation Policy
If the scheduled hearing is postponed or cancelled with notice of less than thirty (30) calendar days, the per diem fee for each day of hearing shall be charged.

Travel Time
Arbitrator charges per diem fee for any portion of a travel day up to eight (8) hours.  Fee is prorated for travel time over eight (8) hours for one day at $200.00 per hour plus IRS approved mileage.

Expenses
Arbitrator charges actual cost of reasonable expenses, including airfare, car rental, food, and lodging.  Arbitrator does not charge for clerical assistance.  Copying and overnight night charges are billed.  Automobile mileage is charged at the applicable IRS expense rate.

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