Three capacities, depending on what the matter needs
Arbitrator
Appointed to independently adjudicate disputes, applying financial and accounting expertise to commercial and contractual matters — including as a neutral accounting arbitrator in valuation and completion-account disputes.
Expert / Expert Witness
Engaged to provide independent technical opinion and, where required, expert witness testimony on accounting, valuation, or quantum-of-damages questions within a dispute.
Counsel
Representing a party's position through the arbitration process — from pleadings and evidence to final submissions and award.
Where accounting expertise meets dispute resolution
Business & Share Valuation Disputes
Independent valuation opinions in the context of arbitration and litigation, including disputes over warranted financial statements and counterfactual valuations.
Quantum of Damages & Loss Assessment
Assessing and evidencing the financial value of a claim — a central question in most commercial arbitrations.
Post-Acquisition & Completion Account Disputes
Acting as independent accountant or expert determiner on completion accounts, earn-out calculations, and leakage reviews following a transaction.
Forensic Accounting & Transaction Review
Reviewing the financial and accounting aspects of agreements and transactions to reduce the likelihood — or resolve the reality — of a dispute.
Professional Negligence & Accounting Liability
Opinions on liability and quantum in claims relating to the conduct of accountants, auditors, and financial professionals.
Evidence & Disclosure Management
Organising and analysing the financial evidence a tribunal needs — from document review to structured disclosure.
Domestic & international
Available for domestic arbitration under Indian arbitration law, and for international arbitration matters conducted under institutional or ad hoc rules. Our arbitration practice is further strengthened by our association with Hon'ble Shri Bihari Lal Gupta (Retd. RHJS), Senior Advisor – Arbitration, Mediation & Dispute Resolution, a retired District Judge and former Registrar (Administration) of the Rajasthan High Court, who regularly acts as Sole Arbitrator, Mediator, and Conciliator. Read his full profile →