Federal Arbitration Act (FAA): Primary federal law (9 U.S.C. ยงยง 1-16) that establishes the validity and enforceability of arbitration agreements, sets basic requirements for arbitration proceedings, and provides for judicial enforcement of arbitration awards
New York Convention: Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards - crucial for international arbitration agreements and ensures enforcement of foreign arbitral awards
State Arbitration Laws: State-specific arbitration statutes that may impose additional requirements and need to be considered alongside federal law to address potential conflicts
Relevant Case Law: Key Supreme Court decisions including AT&T Mobility LLC v. Concepcion and Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis that shape the interpretation and application of arbitration law
Contract Formation Requirements: Basic contract law principles including clear and unambiguous language, mutual assent, and consideration that must be met for valid arbitration agreements
Industry-Specific Regulations: Particular requirements for arbitration in specific contexts such as employment arbitration regulations and consumer protection laws
Unconscionability Doctrine: Legal principle requiring both procedural and substantive fairness in arbitration agreements, including reasonable terms and mutuality of obligations
Due Process Requirements: Fundamental procedural safeguards including fair procedures, notice requirements, arbitrator selection process, and appropriate cost allocation
