Disputes are almost inevitable when operating any organization, secular or religious. Partners or senior executives might disagree over the strategic direction of the organization. An organization could have a contractual dispute with a vendor or customer. A terminated employee may wish to file suit against the organization to challenge the termination.

It is widely believed that arbitration confers certain advantages over traditional litigation in resolving these disputes. Generally speaking, arbitration gives the parties more flexibility—the parties can agree upon a uniquely qualified neutral arbitrator, the applicable procedural rules, the arbitration’s venue, and even the timeframe for the process.