Lautre Legal Chambers (LLC Pune) offers focused legal services in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and litigation before the National Green Tribunal (NGT). These practice areas require a balanced approach combining legal precision, regulatory understanding, and strategic dispute management.
We assist individuals, businesses, and institutions in resolving disputes efficiently while ensuring compliance with environmental and statutory frameworks applicable in India.
Alternative Dispute Resolution provides structured mechanisms to resolve disputes outside conventional court litigation, enabling faster, cost-effective, and confidential outcomes. ADR methods are recognised and encouraged under Indian law, including the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Arbitration (domestic and institutional)
Mediation and conciliation
Negotiation and settlement advisory
Drafting and enforcement of arbitration agreements
Representation in arbitral proceedings
Challenge and enforcement of arbitral awards
ADR is particularly effective for commercial, contractual, infrastructure, employment, and partnership disputes, where preserving relationships and confidentiality is essential.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) adjudicates disputes related to environmental protection, conservation of natural resources, and enforcement of environmental laws in India. NGT proceedings involve complex regulatory frameworks and technical assessments.
Representation before the National Green Tribunal
Advisory on environmental compliance and regulatory obligations
Litigation relating to environmental clearances and permissions
Matters involving pollution control, environmental damage, and sustainability compliance
Appeals and compliance monitoring of NGT orders
Our approach ensures statutory adherence, environmental responsibility, and effective dispute resolution.
ADR Matters: Initiated through arbitration or mediation agreements, followed by structured proceedings leading to binding or negotiated outcomes.
NGT Litigation: Filed before the NGT with pleadings, expert reports, hearings, and final orders, subject to statutory timelines and compliance requirements.
Clients are advised to:
Maintain complete records, contracts, and correspondence
Identify key issues, relief sought, and commercial objectives
Preserve technical or environmental documentation where applicable
Engage legal counsel early to assess jurisdiction and strategy
Timely preparation improves efficiency and reduces procedural delays.
Experience in dispute resolution and regulatory litigation
Balanced approach between settlement and litigation strategy
Clear, transparent legal advice
Strong focus on compliance, timelines, and enforceability
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ADR refers to dispute resolution methods such as arbitration, mediation, and conciliation that avoid traditional court proceedings and promote faster resolution.
Yes. Arbitral awards are legally binding and enforceable under Indian law, subject to statutory provisions.
ADR is preferred when confidentiality, speed, cost-efficiency, and preservation of business relationships are priorities.
NGT hears cases related to environmental protection, pollution control, forest conservation, environmental clearances, and enforcement of environmental laws.
Any person or entity aggrieved by an environmental issue or regulatory decision may approach the NGT, subject to jurisdiction and limitation requirements.
Yes. Technical reports, environmental assessments, and expert opinions often play a crucial role in NGT proceedings.
In certain cases, mediation or negotiated settlement may be explored, subject to statutory limitations and regulatory approvals.
We provide end-to-end legal support, including advisory, drafting, representation, compliance review, and enforcement strategy.
As per the rules of the Bar Council of India, this content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or solicitation. Legal outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable laws.
