First Procedural Order
First Procedural Order
1. Introduction
1.1. This First Procedural Order is issued pursuant to the preliminary hearing held on
[DD/MM/YYYY], during which the parties and the Tribunal discussed procedural matters, the
appointment of a Tribunal Secretary, and the allocation of arbitration fees and costs.
1.2. This Order confirms the Tribunal’s directions on the administration of the arbitration, the
appointment of the Tribunal Secretary, and the financial arrangements related to the proceedings.
2.1. Pursuant to the agreement of the parties and the discretion of the Tribunal, [Full Name] is
hereby appointed as the Tribunal Secretary.
2.2. The Tribunal Secretary shall assist the Tribunal in administrative and procedural matters,
including but not limited to:
2.3. The Tribunal Secretary shall not have any decision-making authority in this arbitration.
2.4. The fees for the Tribunal Secretary shall be USD [X] per hour/day, subject to a maximum
cap of USD [X], unless otherwise agreed by the parties and the Tribunal.
3.1.2. All arbitrators’ fees shall be subject to periodic invoicing as determined by the Tribunal.
3.2.1. The estimated administrative costs of arbitration, including hearing venue costs, secretarial
assistance, and document management, shall be USD [X], subject to adjustment.
3.2.2. The Tribunal shall determine any additional costs related to expert witnesses, transcription
services, or interpretation services upon consultation with the parties.
3.3.1. The Tribunal directs the parties to deposit an initial advance on costs amounting to USD
[X] each, payable to [Arbitral Institution/Tribunal Account] by [DD/MM/YYYY].
3.3.2. Failure to make the required deposits may result in a suspension of proceedings, as
provided under the applicable arbitration rules.
3.4.1. The final allocation of arbitration costs shall be determined by the Tribunal in the final
award, considering the outcome of the case and any applicable cost-shifting principles.
5. Confidentiality
5.1. The proceedings, including all submissions, evidence, and deliberations, shall remain
confidential unless otherwise required by law or agreed by the parties.
6. Conclusion
6.1. This First Procedural Order shall govern the conduct of proceedings unless modified by
subsequent orders.
6.2. The parties are directed to comply with the requirements set forth herein to ensure the
efficient resolution of this dispute.
This First Procedural Order establishes the foundation for arbitration proceedings, ensuring
clarity on administration, fees, and procedural timelines. Let me know if you need modifications!