Miami Maritime Arbitration Council
As a member of the Miami Marine Council you will have access to the Miami Maritime Arbitration Council (MMAC). MMAC is a dispute resolution forum that offers both arbitration and mediation services as an alternative to litigation for marine applications, both recreational and commercial. As a member of Miami Marine Council, you will get support services such as sample contracts and contract language, as well as access to a vast list of marine-industry experienced arbitrators and mediators.
For some disputes there is simply no option but to settle them in court.
However, there are just as many others which can be solved by simpler and less-expensive means that leave both parties feeling justice has been served.
One of these options is Arbitration. However, not all arbitration forums are created equal. One such example is the Miami Maritime Arbitration Council (MMAC).
The MMAC was established more than 40 years ago by the Marine Council, a non-profit marine trade association whose mission is to serve as the Guardian of the Marine Community. MMAC was created with the specific purpose of maintaining and administering a system for settlement – by arbitration or mediation – of maritime commercial disputes. Turning to the MMAC for help is not mandatory; the parties must request intervention and agree to operate under the rules of that organization
MMAC has a simple, streamlined process that makes the experience uncomplicated, efficient, fair and cost effective. MMAC performs as the administrator for the process by providing lists of arbitrators, coordinating arbitrators and hearing schedules, answering procedural questions as well as issuing awards.
If you wish to learn more, visit our MMAC Website for Sample Language, Rules and to submit your request for Arbitration.