In short
Inovatree represents individuals and businesses in commercial, civil, criminal, corporate and consumer disputes and in arbitration. Our advocates appear before District and Sessions Courts, the Delhi and Bombay High Courts, the Supreme Court of India and tribunals including the NCLT, DRT, CAT and consumer commissions, in original, appellate and writ jurisdiction.
What we do
Commercial litigation
Suits before Commercial Courts, including pre-institution mediation, summary suits, recovery and breach of contract claims, with interim relief where assets or rights are at risk.
Arbitration
Drafting arbitration clauses, Section 9 interim measures, Section 11 appointment of arbitrators, conduct of arbitrations, and challenge and enforcement of awards.
Civil and criminal matters
Civil suits, property and recovery disputes and criminal complaints, bail and trials before Sessions Courts and High Courts.
Consumer cases
Filing and defending complaints before District, State and National Consumer Commissions under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Writs and appeals
Writ petitions and appeals before the High Courts and the Supreme Court of India.
How we work
- 1Assess
Facts, documents, limitation and the realistic range of outcomes.
- 2Strategise
Forum, interim relief and settlement options weighed before filing.
- 3Litigate
Pleadings, evidence and arguments prepared thoroughly for every date.
- 4Enforce
Decrees and awards carried through to recovery or compliance.
Frequently asked questions
Is mediation compulsory before a commercial suit?
Yes, in most cases. Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act requires pre-institution mediation for commercial disputes of a specified value of ₹3 lakh or more, unless the suit seeks urgent interim relief. The Supreme Court has held this requirement to be mandatory.
How long does an arbitrator have to make an award?
Under Section 29A of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, a domestic award must be made within 12 months of the completion of pleadings, extendable by 6 months with the parties' consent and further only by the court.
How long do I have to challenge an arbitral award?
An application to set aside an award under Section 34 must be filed within three months of receiving it. The court may allow a further 30 days for sufficient cause, but no more.
Can a court appoint an arbitrator if the other side refuses?
Yes. If the other party does not appoint an arbitrator as the agreement requires, you can apply to the High Court, or the Supreme Court in international commercial arbitration, under Section 11 of the Act.