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Where do I park?
Valet parking and/or self parking is available at all our locations.
Where do I send briefs?
Briefs should be sent pursuant to the Hearing Notice.
Where do I send payments and to whom are checks payable?
Please send payments to our Century City office:
First Resolution Services, Inc.
1901 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 248
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Checks are payable to First Resolution Services, Inc.
Would any of your panelists be willing to come to us?
Most of our panelists will travel. Hearings may be held at one of our locations or a venue chosen by the parties. Travel fees may apply.
Can we schedule a hearing on weekends?
Most of our panelists are willing to conduct hearings on weekends and/or stay after hours.
Is there a place to meet privately prior to the hearing?
Parties and counsel can use our conference rooms up to one hour prior to the scheduled hearing time free of charge. Please inform us in advance so we can best meet your needs.
What are my fees and when are they due?
Each panelist is an independent contractor who sets their own hourly/daily rates. Hourly rates range from $300-$550 per hour. Most of our panelists require a 4 hour minimum retainer. Hourly fees are equally apportioned among parties, unless agreed to otherwise. The fees for services other than hearing time include, but are not limited to, review of submitted materials, research, deliberation time, and post hearing follow up. A retainer will be charged for anticipated services prior to the scheduled hearing.
Parties must advance the estimated hourly/daily fees plus the non-refundable administrative fees to lock in reserved dates. Payments are due no later than 10 days prior to the hearing date for half day matters, 15 days prior to the hearing date for full day matters and 30 days prior to the hearing date for multi-day matters. FRS reserves the right to cancel any hearing where all fees have not been received timely. FRS also reserves the right to withhold service of any rulings or arbitration awards until all fees have been received from all parties. All FRS invoices are due and payable upon receipt. Fees will be the joint and several obligation of all counsel and/or representatives contracted for neutral services on behalf of their client(s). Accordingly they will be held responsible for payment of all charges associated with the neutral services.
What services and amenities does FRS offer?
Experienced case manager to manage your case from submission through conclusion
Facilitating selection of a neutral that meets the satisfaction of all parties involved
Case Coordination
*Preparing Stipulations
*On-Site Interpreters (available at $75/hour)
Convenient Locations/Freeway Access and State-of-the-Art Amenities
Luxurious Conference Rooms and Private Caucusing Rooms
Freshly ground gourmet coffee, premium beverages, snacks and refreshments are always available
Comfortable Lobby/Waiting Rooms
High-Speed Internet Access
Telephone, Facsimile, and Photocopying
Computer & Printer Use
*Audio/Visual Equipment - TV/VCR/DVD
*Speakerphones and Conference Call Abilities
*Overhead and LCD Projectors & Marker Boards
*Video Conferencing (additional charge)
*Gourmet catered meals (additional charge) - special dietary needs can be accommodated
An abundance of restaurants, hotels, shopping and entertainment venues are within walking distance of most of our locations
(*) Please let us know in advance which amenities and/or services you need so we can best accommodate you.
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