Arbitration and Conciliation Act,1996 - Legal Drafting in English

Download 10+ legal templates under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 including applications challenging arbitrators, jurisdiction objections, interim relief, setting aside awards, appointment of arbitrators, and section 9 court measures.

Quick Overview

The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 template set includes 10 essential legal formats covering key procedural stages: challenging arbitrators, raising Section 16 jurisdiction objections, cancelling arbitration agreements, seeking Section 17 interim reliefs from the tribunal, setting aside awards under Section 34, serving Section 11 notices, and filing court petitions for appointing sole arbitrators or for Section 9 interim measures. These ready-to-use drafts aid practitioners and disputing parties in complying with procedural requirements and timelines under the Act, ensuring structured and legally compliant arbitration proceedings.

All templates are provided for reference and should be reviewed by legal professionals before use.

FAQs

When can you challenge an arbitrator?

When there are justifiable doubts regarding the arbitrator’s independence, impartiality, or failure to act according to the mandate.

What does Section 16 jurisdiction challenge mean?

It allows a party to challenge the tribunal’s jurisdiction or claim scope directly before the arbitral tribunal.

When can an arbitration agreement be cancelled?

If the underlying contract is void, voidable, or the arbitration clause is invalid under law.

What is Section 17 interim relief?

Tribunal-granted temporary measures during arbitration to protect assets, evidence, or maintain status quo.

When can a party set aside an arbitral award under Section 34?

Within the statutory time limit on grounds like invalid agreement, lack of proper notice, exceeding mandate, or conflict with public policy.

What is Section 11 notice?

A formal notice to initiate appointment of an arbitrator in case of default or disagreement between parties.

What is the purpose of a petition for sole arbitrator appointment?

To request court assistance in appointing a single arbitrator when parties fail to agree.

What is Section 9 interim measure by court?

Court-ordered protective measures before, during, or after arbitration to secure assets or evidence.

What should a petition challenging jurisdiction contain?

Details of the arbitration agreement, grounds for jurisdiction objection, and supporting legal precedents.

Who can use these templates?

Arbitration lawyers, corporate counsel, disputing parties, and arbitration tribunals.