The New York ADR Initiation Form is a document used by parties involved in a dispute to initiate Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) proceedings in the state of New York. This form provides the necessary information to the ADR provider so that the ADR proceedings can be properly initiated. The form includes information such as the identity of the parties, the nature of the dispute, the ADR process being used, the name of the ADR provider, and any other information requested by the provider. There are two types of New York ADR Initiation Form: one required for arbitration proceedings and one for mediation proceedings. The arbitration form includes information about the dispute, the parties involved, the type of arbitration process to be used, the name of the arbitrator, and any other information requested by the provider. The mediation form includes the same information as the arbitration form as well as additional information such as the name of the mediator and the mediation process being used.