What are the CAS procedures ?

­For disputes resulting from contractual relations or torts, the ordinary arbitration procedure or the mediation procedure is applicable.

For disputes resulting from decisions taken by the internal bodies of sports organisations, the appeals arbitration procedure is applicable.

Lastly, there is a consultation procedure which allows certain organisations to request an advisory opinion from the CAS, in the absence of any dispute, on any legal issue concerning the practice or development of sport or any activity relating to sport. The advisory opinion does not constitute an award and is not binding.