CLAIM

How to File a Claim with the Soteria Private Arbitration Tribunal

Step 1: Access the Tribunal Claim Form

📄 Fillable Form:
Claimants may complete the interactive PDF form available on the Tribunal’s website. Simply download the form, enter your information in the provided fields, and save the completed file.

✉️ Direct Submission:
Alternatively, you can submit your claim using the Tribunal’s secure online portal [ IN CONSTRUCTION ! ! ! ], where you’ll upload all required documents and complete the claim submission process electronically.

Step 2: Gather the Necessary Evidence & Documentation

To support your claim, ensure you have the following evidence and documentation prepared:

Case Details:

  • Claimant Information: Full name, contact details, and relationship to the dispute.
  • Respondent Information: Name, address and contact of the individual or entity the claim is against.
  • Case Reference Number (if previously assigned).

Supporting Evidence:

  • Contracts or Agreements: Original or certified copies of any contracts related to the dispute.
  • Correspondence: Emails, letters, or other communications that establish the nature of the dispute.
  • Financial Records: Invoices, receipts, or bank statements supporting the claim amount.
  • Witness Statements or Affidavits: Testimonies from individuals who have knowledge or involvement in the case.
  • Additional Documentation: Any other materials that helps strengthen your claim or provide context for the dispute.

Step 3: Pay the Required Filing Fees

Filing Fees:

  • Base Fee: A standard filing fee is required for all claims.
  • Percentage of Claim Amount: A supplemental fee (e.g., 5% of the claim value) may apply.
  • Fee Waivers: Available in cases involving procedural errors or significant new evidence.

Payment Instructions:

  • Fees must be paid in USD via wire transfer, credit card, or another approved payment method.
  • Once payment is received, the Tribunal will issue a confirmation and proceed with the case review.
  • No claim will be reviewed until fees are paid in full.

Step 4: Jurisdiction Review

Who Can File:

  • Private Parties: Individuals, trusts, estates, and corporate entities.
  • Authorized Representatives: Those acting on behalf of a claimant, such as trustees, fiduciaries, or legal representatives.
  • Sovereign Entities & Quasi-Sovereign Organizations: May also file claims under the Tribunal’s private international law framework.

What Qualifies for Submission:

  • Voluntary Agreements: Disputes arising from contracts, private agreements or commercial obligations.
  • Fiduciary Violations: Breaches of trust obligations, fiduciary misconduct, mismanagement of assets, or failure to fulfill fiduciary duties.
  • Unjust Enrichment & Fraud: Cases involving financial manipulation, improper acquisition of assets, or undue influence.
  • Cultural or Ethnocide Claims: Violations against cultural, spiritual, or sovereign rights.
  • Other Claims: Any dispute that falls within the Tribunal’s recognized jurisdiction, as outlined in its governing charter.

Conclusion

By following these four simple steps, claimants can ensure their case is properly filed, reviewed, and prepared for arbitration. The Soteria Private Arbitration Tribunal maintains a transparent and consistent process, providing fair and impartial dispute resolution through the enforcement of voluntary, private agreements.