More than fifteen years across the courtroom and the arbitral table, in Chennai and beyond.
Qualifications, jurisdiction and the manner in which the chamber accepts instructions.
R. Venkatesan is an advocate and arbitrator based in Chennai with more than fifteen years of experience in corporate and legal practice. His work spans both courtroom litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), including commercial and civil matters before the Madras High Court and other judicial forums.
As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb, UK), he offers specialised services in arbitration, mediation and online dispute resolution (ODR), helping parties reach efficient, binding resolutions without the cost and delay of prolonged litigation. Clients are briefed clearly, expectations are set at the outset, and fees are discussed and agreed in writing before work begins.
The practice covers arbitration and mediation, cheque bounce matters under the Negotiable Instruments Act, civil litigation, criminal defence, family and divorce matters, and the drafting of contracts and legal documents — with particular attention to real estate, finance and commercial disputes. Whether appearing in court or sitting as arbitrator, the aim is the same: protect the client’s interests with strategy and precision.
No surprises on scope or fees. Every instruction follows the same disciplined path.
A first conversation — by call, WhatsApp or in chambers — to understand your matter and whether I am the right counsel for it.
Before any work begins, the scope, likely timeline and fee are set out in writing, so you know exactly what to expect.
Facts are marshalled, options weighed, and arguments tested carefully before they reach the bench or the tribunal.
Representation through to hearing, award or settlement — in court, in arbitration, or online — always with your interests first.
Brief answers to common questions about engaging counsel and the conduct of arbitration.
Yes. The initial consultation is free and carries no obligation to proceed. It is simply a chance to understand your matter, explain the likely options, and decide together whether to move forward.
Arbitration and mediation (ADR/ODR), cheque bounce matters under the Negotiable Instruments Act, civil litigation before the Madras High Court, criminal defence, family and divorce matters, and contract drafting and legal documentation.
Fees are transparent and agreed in writing before work commences. Litigation is generally billed on a lump-sum or stage-wise basis; arbitration and advisory work may be hourly or fixed, depending on the matter. You will always know the basis of the fee in advance.
Yes. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), Mr. Venkatesan accepts appointments as sole arbitrator, mediator and conciliator, and can conduct proceedings online (ODR) where the parties prefer it.
The chamber is based in Chennai, but arbitration and advisory work is regularly conducted for clients elsewhere, including online. For court matters, jurisdiction and forum are discussed at the first consultation.