Alternative Dispute Resolution - Mississippi

Summary of differences between federal and state regulations

Federal law supporting alternative dispute resolution is found in the Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1996, 5 USC Sec. 571 – 584, and the Federal Arbitration Act, 9 USC Sec. 1 – 16. These laws provide some detail on ADR, but also leave it to various parties (government agencies, for instance) to adopt various forms of alternative dispute resolution.

In addition to the federal law, there are numerous state laws on ADR. In fact, thirty-five states have adopted the Uniform Arbitration Act as state law. Several states have also adopted the Revised Uniform Arbitration Act.

Below is a summary of Mississippi’s requirements regarding ADR. Consult the regulatory links for detailed information.

Arbitration

Under Mississippi law, any controversy may be submitted for arbitration. Arbitration will be carried out according to the provisions in Mississippi Code 11-15-37 et seq., except for disputes regarding construction contracts, which are covered under 11-15-101 et seq.

State

Contacts

Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service

National Labor Relations Board (Region 15)

Regulations

Arbitration

Mississippi Code, Title 11, Chapter 15, Sections 11-15-1 through 11-15-37 and 11-15-101 through 11-15-143

Federal

Contacts

Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service

National Labor Relations Board

Regulations

The Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1996, 5 USC sec. 571 – 584

The Federal Arbitration Act, 9 USC sec. 1 – 16