Commercial Litigation
Commercial Litigation Advocate in Ghaziabad.
Commercial litigation covers complex disputes arising from corporate and business transactions, including contractual breaches, shareholder disagreements and arbitration proceedings before the designated Commercial Courts. Operating within the Ghaziabad jurisdiction, Vijay Kumar Sahlot & Associates advises corporate entities and individual litigants, balancing practical commercial realities with a disciplined courtroom strategy.
What We Handle
What falls under commercial litigation.
Commercial disputes above a specified value threshold are governed by the Commercial Courts Act, 2015, which sets stricter timelines than ordinary civil procedure. Our practice covers:
Contract Disputes
Breach of contract claims, damages and specific performance between businesses.
Arbitration
Representation in arbitration proceedings and applications under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Corporate Disagreements
Shareholder disputes, partnership disagreements and disputes between business partners.
Recovery of Dues
Suits for recovery of business debts and outstanding commercial payments.
Litigation vs. Arbitration
Which route applies.
Whether your dispute goes to court or arbitration usually depends on your contract.
| Litigation | Arbitration |
|---|---|
| Heard in a public Commercial Court | Private proceeding before an arbitrator or tribunal |
| Governed by the Civil Procedure Code | Governed by the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 |
| Available regardless of contract terms | Only available if the contract contains an arbitration clause |
| Decisions can be appealed through the regular court hierarchy | Awards have limited grounds for challenge under Section 34 |
The Process
How a commercial court suit proceeds.
Pre-institution mediation
Mandatory in most cases before filing, unless urgent interim relief is needed. Conducted through the Legal Services Authority, typically within 3 months.
Filing the commercial suit
If mediation fails or is waived, the suit is filed before the designated Commercial Court based on the claim value.
Written statement and case management
Strict timelines apply for filing responses and disclosure of documents, under the case management hearing process unique to commercial courts.
Trial and judgment
Evidence, arguments and judgment follow, generally on a faster timeline than ordinary civil suits.
Have a commercial dispute?
Describe your situation and we'll point you to the right person.
Common Questions
Commercial litigation questions.
Disputes above a specified value threshold (currently ₹3 lakh in most states) are heard by designated Commercial Courts under the Commercial Courts Act, 2015, which follow stricter timelines than ordinary civil courts.
Yes, in most cases, unless the suit involves urgent interim relief. Conducted through the Legal Services Authority, this process typically takes up to 3 months, with a possible 2-month extension.
Litigation takes place in a public court under the Civil Procedure Code, while arbitration is a private process under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, often faster and confidential. Arbitration is only available if the underlying contract contains an arbitration clause.
Commercial courts follow statutory timelines meant to resolve disputes faster than regular civil courts. Straightforward matters can conclude within 1 to 2 years, though complex disputes or appeals can take longer.
Yes, a company is a separate legal entity and can sue or be sued in its own name under the Indian Contract Act, 1872. Remedies can include damages, specific performance or injunctions, depending on the agreement and circumstances.