Amicus Publico Practice Areas
Arbitration & ADR
Comprehensive Alternative Dispute Resolution Services
Amicus Publico LLP offers end-to-end alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services tailored to the needs of Indian and multinational clients. Our team of arbitration lawyers across India combines legal expertise with strategic insight to resolve commercial disputes efficiently, confidentially, and cost-effectively. Whether through binding arbitration, mediation, or conciliation, we guide you to practical solutions outside the courtroom.
Our ADR Service Spectrum
- Domestic Arbitration
We represent parties before arbitral tribunals under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Our arbitration lawyers India handle constitution of tribunals, interim relief applications, evidence management, and enforcement or challenge of awards. - International Arbitration
Advising on seat selection, governing rules (ICC, LCIA, SIAC, UNCITRAL), and award enforcement, we navigate cross-border disputes involving foreign parties, state entities, and jurisdictional complexities. - Mediation
Our mediation legal services facilitate voluntary, mediated resolutions—whether through court-annexed schemes or institutional panels. We help clients prepare position statements, manage settlement negotiations, and draft binding agreements. - Conciliation
We act as conciliators and party representatives in sector-specific forums (construction, infrastructure, energy), focusing on early settlement and cost containment.
Domestic and International Arbitration
Our arbitration practice emphasizes:
- Early case assessment to determine arbitrability and risk
- Drafting robust arbitration agreements and submissions
- Engaging experienced arbitrators and experts
- Managing evidence and witness preparation
- Securing and defending interim measures
- Enforcing domestic awards and obtaining exequatur abroad
We have secured favorable outcomes in disputes spanning joint ventures, supply contracts, construction projects, intellectual property, and shareholder actions.
Mediation and Conciliation Services
Mediation and conciliation can deliver durable settlements with minimal disruption. Our process involves:
- Case Analysis: Reviewing facts, legal positions, and commercial objectives
- Mediator Selection: Proposing neutral mediators with relevant subject-matter experience
- Facilitation: Guiding parties through structured dialogues to identify mutual gains
- Documentation: Drafting settlement agreements enforceable in court
Clients benefit from reduced costs, confidentiality, and preservation of business relationships.
ADR Mechanisms at a Glance
| ADR Mechanism | Key Features | Typical Use Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Arbitration | Binding award, procedural flexibility, enforceability under the Arbitration Act | Complex commercial contracts, joint ventures |
| Mediation | Non-binding proposals, voluntary settlements, private process | Employment disputes, small-value commercial claims |
| Conciliation | Early-stage intervention, less formal, conciliator’s active role | Construction, infrastructure, and energy disputes |
Why Choose Amicus Publico LLP
- Partner-led involvement ensures strategic oversight from briefing through award enforcement.
- Deep bench of arbitration lawyers India with experience in major domestic and international forums.
- Integrated ADR practice that combines mediation legal services with robust arbitration advocacy.
- Track record of resolving high-value disputes in construction, infrastructure, finance, technology, and healthcare.
- Commitment to cost predictability, confidentiality, and client-centered outcomes.
For tailored advice on your dispute or to engage our arbitration and ADR team, please contact us. Our experts will assess your case and propose the most effective dispute-resolution pathway.