Federal Arbitration Act (FAA): Primary federal law (9 U.S.C. ยงยง 1-16) that establishes the enforceability of arbitration agreements, sets basic requirements for valid arbitration provisions, and governs interstate commerce arbitration

Alternative Dispute Resolution Act of 1998: Federal legislation that provides the framework for court-annexed ADR programs and influences mediation standards

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Employment-related legislation that must be considered to ensure arbitration provisions don't restrict statutory rights regarding discrimination

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law protecting rights of individuals with disabilities; arbitration provisions must not restrict these statutory rights

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting against age discrimination; must be considered when drafting arbitration agreements to ensure statutory rights are preserved

State Arbitration Statutes: Various state-specific laws governing arbitration procedures and requirements that may supplement or modify federal requirements

State Mediation Confidentiality Laws: State-specific regulations governing confidentiality in mediation proceedings and related documentation

AT&T Mobility LLC v. Concepcion: Key Supreme Court case law addressing class action waivers in arbitration agreements

Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis: Significant case law establishing the enforceability of class action waivers in employment arbitration agreements

Lamps Plus, Inc. v. Varela: Important case law clarifying rules about class arbitration and contract interpretation in arbitration agreements

Due Process Protocols: Procedural requirements ensuring fairness in arbitration proceedings, including notice, opportunity to be heard, and neutral arbitrator selection

Cost Allocation Rules: Regulations and best practices regarding the distribution of arbitration and mediation costs between parties