Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution
Domestic arbitration and court proceedings under Sections 9, 11, 34 and 37, enforcement and mediation.
Domestic Arbitration · Interim Measures · Award Challenges
The Firm handles domestic arbitration and related court proceedings.
Our practice includes
- Domestic arbitration
- Arbitration-related litigation
- Interim measures
- Appointment of arbitrators
- Setting aside proceedings
- Enforcement of awards
- Arbitration appeals
- Mediation and negotiated dispute resolution
How we approach these matters
Arbitration succeeds when the court-side work is done well: securing interim protection, constituting the tribunal correctly, and defending or challenging the award within strict limits. Our litigation practice gives us a working knowledge of how courts approach each of these stages.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time limit to challenge an arbitral award?
An application to set aside a domestic award under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 must be made within three months of receiving the award, and the court may extend this by a further period of not more than 30 days if sufficient cause is shown — but not beyond.
Can I get interim relief before the arbitration begins?
Yes. A party may approach the court under Section 9 for interim measures before, during or after the arbitral proceedings (until the award is enforced). Once the tribunal is constituted, applications are ordinarily made to the tribunal under Section 17 unless the remedy before it would not be efficacious.
What if the other side refuses to appoint an arbitrator?
Section 11 of the Act allows a party to apply for the appointment of an arbitrator — to the High Court in domestic arbitrations, and to the Supreme Court in international commercial arbitrations.
Our Approach
Adaptive litigation strategies — shaped by the forum, the record and the stage of every matter.
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Discuss your matter with the Founding Partners
Whether your matter is before a tribunal, a High Court or the Supreme Court — or has not yet been filed — share a brief outline and the Firm will respond. Consultations are available in person in New Delhi or by video for clients across India and overseas.