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Federal Arbitration Act (FAA): Primary federal law from 1925 that establishes the validity and enforceability of arbitration agreements, sets basic requirements for arbitration clauses, and preempts conflicting state laws

Supreme Court Precedents: Key cases including AT&T Mobility LLC v. Concepcion (2011) and Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis (2018), particularly concerning class action waivers in arbitration agreements

State Arbitration Statutes: Individual state laws governing arbitration proceedings and requirements within their jurisdiction

State Contract Laws: General contract formation and enforcement requirements that vary by state and affect arbitration agreements

Unconscionability Doctrine: Legal principle requiring arbitration agreements to be both procedurally and substantively fair to be enforceable

Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state regulations protecting consumer rights that must be considered in arbitration agreements involving consumers

Employment Arbitration Requirements: Specific rules and regulations governing arbitration in employment contexts, including limitations and procedural requirements

Clear Language Requirement: Legal requirement that arbitration clauses must be written in clear, unambiguous language that parties can understand

Mutual Agreement Provisions: Requirements ensuring both parties genuinely agree to arbitration and the terms are mutually binding

Arbitration Forum Designation: Specification of arbitration rules, forum, and procedures to be followed in the arbitration process

Cost Allocation Rules: Guidelines and requirements regarding how arbitration costs should be allocated between parties

Scope Definition: Clear definition of which disputes are subject to arbitration and which, if any, are excluded from the arbitration requirement