Federal Arbitration Act (FAA): Primary federal law (9 U.S.C. ยงยง 1-16) establishing validity and enforceability of arbitration agreements, setting basic procedural requirements, and governing interstate commerce arbitration

New York Convention: Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards - crucial for international arbitration elements and enforcement of awards across borders

State Arbitration Laws: State-specific arbitration statutes including Uniform Arbitration Act variations that may provide additional procedural requirements and enforcement mechanisms

Institutional Arbitration Rules: Procedural rules of arbitration institutions (such as AAA, JAMS) that may be incorporated into the agreement

Federal Rules of Civil Procedure: Reference framework for procedural aspects, particularly relevant for enforcement and court interactions

Contract Law Principles: Fundamental principles including formation requirements, consideration, and capacity of parties that affect the validity of the arbitration agreement

Due Process Requirements: Constitutional and procedural safeguards including notice provisions and requirements for fairness in proceedings

Subject Matter Arbitrability Rules: Regulations determining which matters can be legally subjected to arbitration, including public policy considerations and restrictions