On the arbitrator's application in cases of unusual length or complexity, the court may allow up to 20 additional days for the filing and service of the award. Multiple courts have held that statutes of limitations simply do not apply in an arbitration proceeding without some contractual provision.An arbitration proceeding must be commenced within the general limitations period set forth in the Maryland Code. The answer to whether a statute of limitations applies to your arbitration claim depends on the following questions. The Circuit Court, agreeing with the court below, held that the threemonth window in § 12 could be equitably tolled in the appropriate circumstances. This arbitration litigation cheat sheet provides a quick listing of consumer options when faced with an arbitration demand. It will instead focus on Minnesota law with regard to bringing a motion to compel arbitration.