Rule 5.1

The forms required to initiate arbitration may be obtained from the State Bar of Montana, P.O. Box 577, Helena, MT 59624, (406) 442-7660, or from the Bar’s website: www.montanabar.org. The petitioner shall complete the Petition and sign two (2) Arbitration Agreements and file those documents with the State Bar. All documents may be filed electronically, by fax (406)442-7763, or by U.S. Postal Service. Supporting documents are not to be filed with the Petition, but will be required prior to any hearing or review. However, the parties will bear the burden of copying and mailing supporting documents to the arbitrators and opposing party.