How long do the parties have to agree on the selection of an arbitrator for Crepe De Licious?

According to the 2025 Crepe De Licious Franchise Disclosure Document, if a dispute arises that requires arbitration, both parties have 30 days to mutually agree on the selection of an arbitrator. The arbitrator should be familiar with legal disputes of the type at issue and have at least 10 years of experience as a lawyer or in the franchise business.

If an agreement cannot be reached within the initial 30-day period, either party has the option to request the ADR (presumably, the American Arbitration Association) or a successor organization to appoint a qualified arbitrator. This ensures that the arbitration process can move forward even if the parties cannot agree on an arbitrator independently.

This clause is fairly standard in franchise agreements, as it provides a structured process for selecting a neutral third party to resolve disputes. The time limit encourages both parties to actively engage in the selection process. By allowing the ADR to appoint an arbitrator if the parties fail to agree, Crepe De Licious ensures that neither party can stall the arbitration process indefinitely.