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International Arbitration in India
Indian counsel for SIAC, ICC, LCIA, and ad hoc arbitrations involving Indian parties or law
India is both a major seat of arbitration and the home of parties in hundreds of international commercial arbitrations each year. RevLaw serves as Indian counsel in arbitrations governed by the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 (as amended in 2015, 2019, and 2021), advising parties in institutional proceedings (SIAC, ICC, LCIA, DIAC) and ad hoc arbitrations. We act as co-counsel alongside overseas firms when Indian law issues arise, and as lead counsel where the dispute is between an Indian and a foreign party. Our team regularly appears before Indian courts for interim measures in aid of arbitration (Section 9), enforcement of foreign awards (Section 47–49), and challenge proceedings (Section 34).
What We Do
Institutional Arbitration (SIAC, ICC, LCIA, DIAC)
Acting as Indian co-counsel or lead counsel in institutional arbitrations where one party is Indian, Indian law governs the contract, or an Indian-seated arbitration is agreed.
Ad Hoc Arbitrations under Indian Law
Advising parties in ad hoc arbitrations under the UNCITRAL Rules or under Part I of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996, including appointment of arbitrators and challenges to jurisdiction.
Interim Measures (Section 9 Applications)
Obtaining urgent court-ordered interim protection for parties pending arbitration: injunctions, asset-freezing orders, and appointment of receivers before the relevant High Court or Commercial Court.
Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards
Enforcement of New York Convention and Geneva Convention awards in India under Sections 47–49 of the Act. India has recognised 48 countries as Convention signatories. We advise on enforcement strategy, pinpoint Indian assets, and prosecute enforcement proceedings.
Setting Aside & Challenge Proceedings
Defending or challenging arbitral awards before Indian courts under Section 34 (domestic and international commercial awards) and advising on the narrow grounds available under Indian law.
Investment Treaty Arbitration Support
Advising on the Indian law dimension of BIT/FTA claims involving Indian state entities or Indian regulatory measures — including ICSID and PCA proceedings with an Indian nexus.
Key Legal Frameworks
Arbitration & Conciliation Act 1996
India's primary arbitration statute, amended in 2015, 2019, and 2021 to streamline proceedings and reduce court intervention.
New York Convention 1958
India is a signatory; foreign awards from 48+ recognised countries are enforceable in India subject to public policy grounds.
SIAC Rules / ICC Rules / LCIA Rules
We advise on procedural strategy under the leading institutional rules in cross-border arbitrations involving Indian parties.
Commercial Courts Act 2015
Designates specialised Commercial Courts and Commercial Divisions for arbitration-related court proceedings.
Why RevLaw for International Arbitration in India
- Specialist knowledge of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 as amended
- Strong relationships with Indian arbitral institutions and the designated Arbitration Benches of Delhi and Bombay High Courts
- Experienced in multi-jurisdictional arbitrations across Singapore, London, Dubai, and India
- Swift filing of Section 9 applications (24–48 hours where urgent)
- Transparent co-counsel engagement with encrypted communications
Discuss an Arbitration Matter
Initial calls are without obligation. We respond within 48 hours.