Arbitration Education & Resources

Type	Title	Year	Audience	Summary
PDF Document	The Code of Ethics for Arbitrators in Commercial Disputes	2026	Arbitrator	This Code provides ethical guidelines for many types of arbitration but does not apply to labor arbitration, which is generally conducted under the Code of Professional Responsibility for Arbitrators of Labor-Management Disputes.
HTM Document	NFA Arbitration: Member Arbitration Guide	2026	Arbitrator	This page provides information for member vs member disputes.
HTM Document	NFA Arbitration: Customer Arbitration Guide	2025	Arbitrator	Provides an in-depth discussion of the arbitration process.
PDF Document	NFA Arbitrators: Chairperson's Handbook	2008	Arbitrator	Offers guidance to those responsible for chairing NFA hearings.
PDF Document	Procedural Guide for NFA Arbitrators	2007	Arbitrator	Provides an overview of the NFA arbitration process from the perspective of an arbitrator.
PDF Document	Understanding Legal Terminology in NFA Arbitration Cases	2003	Investor, Member	A guide to help parties who are not represented by lawyers ("pro se") to understand some of the more complicated legal issues that may affect their ability to file a claim at NFA or in any other forum.
PDF Document	Legal and Procedural Issues for NFA Arbitrators	1998	Arbitrator	Highlights issues that frequently occur in futures-related disputes.