Alternative Dispute Resolution Agreement Template for South Africa

1. Multi-tiered Dispute Resolution: Used when parties want to establish a stepped approach to dispute resolution (e.g., negotiation, then mediation, then arbitration)

2. International Disputes: Include when parties are from different jurisdictions or when disputes may have international elements

3. Emergency Procedures: Used when certain disputes may require urgent resolution

4. Expert Determination: Include when technical or specialized disputes may require expert evaluation

5. Online Dispute Resolution: Used when parties want to include provisions for virtual proceedings

6. Consumer Protection Compliance: Include when one party is a consumer protected under the Consumer Protection Act

7. Multiple Party Provisions: Used when more than two parties are involved in the agreement

1. Schedule A - ADR Rules and Procedures: Detailed procedural rules governing the ADR process

2. Schedule B - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of costs, fees, and payment terms

3. Schedule C - Appointment Forms: Standard forms for appointing mediators/arbitrators

4. Schedule D - Notice Forms: Template forms for various notices required under the agreement

5. Appendix 1 - Code of Conduct: Ethical guidelines for participants in the ADR process

6. Appendix 2 - Confidentiality Agreement: Standard form confidentiality agreement for all participants

7. Appendix 3 - Virtual Hearing Protocols: Procedures and requirements for online proceedings