Rule 1960.Applicability of Rules to Arbitration.
Last verified June 30, 2026
Full Text of Rule 1960
Plain-English Summary
When parties arbitrate family law claims under the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act, 42 Pa.C.S. §§ 7371–7398, any court proceeding arising from the arbitration follows this chapter. The Comment warns that the Act provides for only limited judicial review of arbitration proceedings and awards, and tells readers to consult the Act for the permitted bases for review, the timing, and the conditions and limits on its scope. Petitioners must allege sufficient facts and cite the Act with specificity. The Act also incorporates the Revised Statutory Arbitration Act where it is not inconsistent.
The rules that follow cover each stage. Rule 1961 names the forum for a petition; Rule 1962 governs a petition to compel arbitration; Rule 1963 covers other relief sought before an award; Rule 1964 governs petitions to confirm, amend, correct or vacate an award; and Rule 1965 covers modifying or enforcing a confirmed award, including a support award collected through the domestic relations section.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the family-law arbitration chapter cover?
Court proceedings arising from the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act.
Official Note
Comment. : The Act provides for limited judicial review of arbitration proceedings and awards. Readers are advised to consult the Act for the permitted bases for review, the timing for seeking review, and the conditions and limits on the scope of review. Petitioners are required to allege sufficient facts and cite the Act with specificity in support of the relief sought. See Pa.R.Civ.P. 1964(d)(1), 1965(d)(1). The Act incorporates by reference the Revised Statutory Arbitration Act, 42 Pa.C.S. §§ 7321.1— 7321.31, where not inconsistent with provisions of the Act. See 42 Pa.C.S. § 7374(a).