THE ARBITRATION RULES OF CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL
DISPUTE RESOLUTION ASSOCIATION (CIDRA)

ARTICLE 39 - APPORTIONMENT OF COSTS AND 
FEES
1) Except as provided in paragraph 2, the 
costs of arbitration shall in principle 
be borne by the unsuccessful party. 
However, the arbitral tribunal may 
apportion each of such costs between 
the parties if it determines that 
apportionment is reasonable, taking 
into account the circumstances of the 
case. 

2) With respect to the costs of legal 
representation and assistance referred 
to in Article 37, paragraph (e), the 
arbitral tribunal, taking into account 
the circumstances of the case, shall 
be free to determine which party shall 
bear such costs or may apportion such 
costs between the parties if it 
determines that apportionment is 
reasonable. 

3) When the arbitral tribunal issues an 
order for the termination of the 
arbitral proceedings or makes an award 
on agreed terms, it shall fix the costs 
of arbitration referred to in Article 37 
and Article 38, paragraph 1, in the text 
of that order or award. 

4) No additional fees may be charged by an 
arbitral tribunal for interpretation or
correction or completion of its award 
under Articles 34 to 36.