The first consultation is free. Call, WhatsApp or send the form — you will usually hear back within one working day.
Describe your matter in a sentence or two. You will usually receive a response within one working day. The first consultation is free.
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.