Services & Fees

Transparent pricing. No surprises.

Every fee is published in our rules. Use the calculator below to estimate your cost, or browse the full schedule.

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Each party pays separately. Hearings beyond the minimum duration are billed hourly. Travel costs for in-person hearings are split equally.
Document-Only Arbitration

For small assessment disputes — no hearing required.

For arbitration claims where the principal annual assessments in dispute total $7,500 or less (excluding fines, attorney's fees, and interest), document-only arbitration is the mandatory procedure. The arbitrator issues a binding award based solely on written submissions — no hearing, no scheduling around calendars.

The arbitrator may convert the proceeding to a hearing-based arbitration for good cause, such as extensive counterclaims, significant non-assessment claims, or material credibility disputes. Either party may move for conversion; the arbitrator's decision is final.

  • Mandatory for principal annual assessments ≤ $7,500
  • Written submissions within 30 days of arbitrator appointment
  • Award within 10 business days of receiving all submissions
  • Same binding effect as a hearing-based award
  • Conversion to hearing available for good cause

Document-only fee breakdown

Administrative fee$200
Arbitrator flat fee$1,000
Per-side total$1,200

The $1,000 flat fee covers all arbitrator time, including supplemental briefing. If converted to hearing-based arbitration, each party pays the fee differential plus any hourly fees accruing during the hearing phase.

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Mediation

A guided conversation, not a verdict.

A mediator is a neutral third party who helps you and the other side find common ground. Nothing said in mediation can be used in later proceedings. If you reach an agreement, it's reduced to writing and signed before you leave the session.

Best when both sides are willing to talk and want to preserve a working relationship.

  • 4-hour minimum session, virtual by default
  • Mediator appointed within 5 days of response
  • Session held within 30 days of appointment
  • Confidential under O.C.G.A. § 24-3-9

Mediation fee breakdown

Administrative fee$125
Mediator (4hr min × $250/hr)$1,000
Per-side minimum$1,125
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Arbitration fee breakdown

Virtual

Administrative fee$200
Arbitrator (4hr min × $300/hr)$1,200
Per-side minimum$1,400

In-Person

Administrative fee$200
Arbitrator (4hr min × $350/hr)$1,400
Per-side minimum$1,600

Reasonable arbitrator travel costs split equally if applicable.

Arbitration

A binding decision, on a tight timeline.

An arbitrator hears both sides, reviews the evidence, and issues a written award within 15 days of the hearing. The award is binding under the Georgia Arbitration Code and confirmable as a court judgment.

Best when one or both sides need a decision rather than a negotiation, or when the governing documents require arbitration.

  • Arbitrator appointed within 5 days of response
  • Preliminary conference within 10 days of appointment
  • Hearing within 30 days of appointment
  • Award within 15 days of hearing close
  • Confirmable as judgment under O.C.G.A. § 9-9-12
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Reference

The complete fee schedule.

All fees are charged per side. Each party pays their own minimum at filing.

Service Admin Fee Hourly Rate Min Hours Total Min
Mediation $125 $250 4 $1,125
Virtual Arbitration $200 $300 4 $1,400
In-Person Arbitration $200 $350 4 $1,600
Document-Only Arbitration $200 $1,000 flat — $1,200

Document-only arbitration is mandatory for arbitration claims where principal annual assessments in dispute (excluding fines, attorney's fees, and interest) total $7,500 or less. Hearings beyond the minimum duration are billed at the hourly rate. Travel costs for in-person arbitrations are reasonable and split equally between the parties. Fee allocation between parties may be determined by the governing documents or by the arbitrator.

Common Questions About Fees

What you might be wondering.

Why is there a 4-hour minimum?
The 4-hour minimum reflects the realistic time needed for a fair hearing — including pre-hearing preparation, testimony, evidence review, and deliberation. It also gives the neutral predictable compensation, which lets us maintain a roster of qualified mediators and arbitrators. If your case resolves faster, we don't refund the minimum.
What if the other party doesn't pay their share?
If a governing document requires arbitration and one side won't pay, the other side may pay the missing fees to keep the case moving. Any award will then include the unpaid fees as part of what's owed by the defaulting party.
Can fees be split differently than 50/50?
Yes. The arbitrator allocates fees and costs based on the governing documents first, and if those are silent, based on the outcome and the parties' conduct during the proceedings. So the per-side minimum is what you pay up front — but the final allocation may shift in the award.
Are there additional costs beyond the published fees?
For virtual proceedings, no — the published fees are inclusive. For in-person proceedings, reasonable travel costs for the arbitrator (if needed) are split equally between the parties. Hearings that run beyond the minimum duration are billed hourly at the published rate.
Do you offer payment plans?
Filing fees and the per-side minimum must be paid before the matter can move forward. Once the matter resolves, the arbitrator may order a payment plan as part of the award where appropriate — particularly for assessment recovery cases.

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