Litigation is not the only way to resolve a business dispute. Arbitration, mediation and conciliation are usually faster, more private and better at preserving commercial relationships.
Our work in this area
- Drafting dispute clauses — seat, rules, number of arbitrators and language, so you are not surprised later.
- Pre-institution mediation under Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act, 2015, through the legal services authorities in Chhattisgarh.
- Arbitration — notices invoking arbitration, appointment of arbitrators (including applications before the High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur under Section 11), pleadings, evidence and hearings.
- Interim relief under Section 9 to protect assets or stop a breach.
- Challenge and enforcement of awards under Sections 34 and 36.
Choosing the right route
| Route | Best when |
|---|---|
| Negotiation | The relationship matters and both sides want to settle |
| Mediation | A neutral third party can help bridge the gap |
| Arbitration | You need a binding decision without a public trial |
| Litigation | Urgent court orders or third-party rights are involved |