A checklist of practical issues that counsel should consider before drafting a motion to compel arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA). After filing the claim, a creditor may petition the court to lift the stay and allow arbitration to proceed.The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) is the federal law that governs arbitration. Section 4 of the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) allows you to file a Motion to Compel Arbitration even if the plaintiff hasn't filed a lawsuit against you. Under the Court's prior case law, Vaden v. Parties Litigating Arbitrability Should Consider Procedural Rules in the Federal Arbitration Act. As such, the Federal Arbitration Act, 9.