Efficient dispute resolution through arbitration, mediation, and conciliation — avoiding the delays and costs of courtroom litigation.
Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) offer faster, more confidential, and often more cost-effective pathways to resolving disputes compared to traditional courtroom litigation. Lahari Legal Associates has extensive experience as both advocates and arbitrators in domestic and international ADR proceedings.
Our ADR practice covers commercial arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, institutional arbitration proceedings, mediation and conciliation, expert determination, and negotiated settlement facilitation.
Whether you are drafting an arbitration clause, initiating proceedings, defending against a claim, or enforcing an arbitral award, our team provides the strategic counsel and aggressive representation these specialised proceedings demand.
Evaluating whether ADR is the optimal pathway and recommending the most appropriate mechanism — arbitration, mediation, or conciliation.
Appointing arbitrators or mediators, establishing terms of reference, and defining the procedural framework for the proceedings.
Presenting evidence, arguments, and counter-claims before the arbitral tribunal or mediation panel with rigorous preparation.
Enforcing favourable arbitral awards in courts or challenging unfavourable awards on valid legal grounds.
Generally yes. Arbitration proceedings are typically resolved within 6–12 months, compared to several years in civil courts, with the added advantage of confidentiality.
Yes. Arbitral awards are enforceable as court decrees under Section 36 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act. We handle enforcement proceedings to ensure the award is implemented.
Yes, on limited grounds including incapacity of the tribunal, improper notice, subject-matter beyond scope, procedural irregularity, or conflict with public policy. We advise on the merits of any challenge.
