Debt Recovery

Decree Execution in India- A Guide to Order 21 and Arrest

Execution of Court Decree: A Guide to Order 21 and Rule 41 of CPC and Arrest

For a business that has won a commercial lawsuit, the court’s decree is a significant milestone. However, a decree is merely a declaration of rights; the real challenge lies in its execution. The execution of court decree process in India transforms a court order into a tangible recovery, forcing a debtor to pay the adjudicated […]

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Enforcing Foreign Decrees in India: A Legal Guide to Section 44A

Enforcing Foreign Decrees in India: A Legal Guide to Section 44A

As a CFO, founder, or in-house counsel managing cross-border transactions, securing a favourable court order in a foreign jurisdiction is only half the battle. The true test of recovery often begins when you discover that the debtor’s assets and recovery potential are located in India. Successfully bridging the gap between a foreign judgment and its

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SARFAESI Section 14 Possession & DRT Appeals in Chennai

SARFAESI Section 14 Possession & DRT Appeals in Chennai

SARFAESI in Practice: From 13(2) to 14 Possession — Timelines, Pitfalls, Defences For businesses and individuals in India, understanding the Securitization and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFAESI) Act, 2002 is critical, especially when dealing with financial institutions. The Act empowers secured creditors to enforce their security interests without court intervention,

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Payment Recovery for Businesses in Chennai: A Legal Guide

Payment Recovery for Businesses in Chennai: A Legal Guide

For any business, from a startup founder to a CFO managing a large enterprise, healthy cash flow is paramount. However, aged receivables and disputed invoices can severely strain working capital and disrupt operations. While pursuing payment, businesses often face a critical question: when does a follow-up call become a legal matter? As payment recovery legal

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Section 138 Cheque Bounce: Notice Timelines, Jurisdiction & Faster Closure (2025 Guide)

The dishonour of a cheque can be a significant setback for any business, disrupting cash flow and shaking trust with clients or partners. While often seen as a criminal offence, a cheque bounce under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, is a powerful tool for commercial payment recovery. However, the process is highly

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A bank cheque stamped with the words "Funds Insufficient," illustrating a cheque bounce scenario.

Mastering Cheque Bounce Cases: A Guide to Section 138 NI Act

A bounced cheque is more than an inconvenience; it’s a direct threat to your business’s cash flow and stability. Under India’s Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, a cheque bounce is a criminal offense. Section 138 provides a powerful legal remedy for businesses to recover their rightful dues. This guide explains the process, potential pitfalls, for mastering

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Payment Recovery Against Defaulters: A Legal Guide for Businesses

Payment Recovery Against Defaulters: A Legal Guide for Businesses

Table of Contents: Understanding Payment Recovery in India Payment recovery against defaulters in India involves a structured legal process to reclaim overdue payments from individuals or companies. This can range from sending a formal legal notice to initiating civil suits, insolvency proceedings, or arbitration, depending on the specifics of the case. The primary goal is

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Arbitration for Debt Recovery: Faster Than Court? A Lawyer’s View

Table of Contents 1. Arbitration for Debt Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Paid Last Updated: September 6, 2025 Arbitration for debt recovery is a private, out-of-court process where a neutral third party (an arbitrator) resolves a payment dispute. The arbitrator’s decision, known as an ‘award,’ is legally binding and enforceable like a court decree.

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MSME Payment Recovery Legal Services: A Guide for Micro Small Enterprises

MSME Payment Recovery Legal Services: A Guide Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Table of Contents: Understanding MSME Payment Recovery MSME payment recovery is the legal process through which Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) can reclaim overdue payments from their buyers. The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006, provides a robust framework

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Understanding Debt Recovery for Foreign Entities in India

For a foreign national or company seeking to recover debt from an Indian company, the process involves navigating India’s legal framework through specific courts, tribunals, or arbitration. This can range from out-of-court settlements and mediation to full-fledged litigation under the Commercial Courts Act, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, or arbitration proceedings, depending on the nature

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