MSME Arbitration Lawyer in Odisha
An MSME arbitration lawyer represents Odisha businesses through the mediation and arbitration process before the Facilitation Council under the MSMED Act, 2006, following the new 90-day mediation, 30-day referral, and 90-day award timelines introduced by the MSME Amendment Act, 2026.
How We Help
MSME Mediation & Arbitration Services
Guiding MSME suppliers and buyers in Odisha through the amended MSMED Act's mediation-to-arbitration process.
Mediation Before the Facilitation Council
Representing MSME suppliers or buyers during the mandatory 90-day mediation window before the Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Council, as set by the MSME Amendment Act, 2026.
Timely Referral to Arbitration
Ensuring the dispute is referred to arbitration within the statutory 30-day window after mediation terminates without settlement, so the claim does not lose procedural ground.
Arbitration Proceedings
Representing clients through the arbitration itself, working toward the statutory target of an award within 90 days of pleadings being complete under the amended framework.
Online Dispute Resolution
Advising on and participating in the online dispute resolution option now available through digital platforms under the MSME Amendment Act, 2026, for parties who prefer not to attend in person.
Pleadings & Evidence
Drafting statements of claim and defence, and organising invoices, purchase orders, and correspondence as evidence to support the arbitration case.
Award Enforcement
Assisting in enforcing an arbitral award once passed, including the statutory route for recovery where the paying party does not comply voluntarily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the new MSME mediation and arbitration timelines under the 2026 amendment?
The MSME Amendment Act, 2026, passed by Parliament in August 2026, sets out 90 days for mediation before the Facilitation Council, 30 days to refer the dispute to arbitration once mediation terminates without settlement, and 90 days for the arbitral award to be passed after pleadings are complete. These are the statutory outer limits, and actual timelines depend on how each case proceeds.
Is arbitration mandatory for every MSME payment dispute?
Under the MSMED Act framework, mediation is typically attempted first before the Facilitation Council, and if it fails, the dispute is referred to arbitration, which the Facilitation Council itself can conduct or refer to an institution. Whether arbitration is the appropriate route depends on the outcome of mediation and the specific facts of the dispute.
Can MSME arbitration happen online?
Yes. The MSME Amendment Act, 2026 introduced provision for online dispute resolution through digital platforms, allowing parties to participate in mediation or arbitration proceedings without necessarily appearing in person at every stage, depending on how the process is administered in a given case.
What happens if the arbitration takes longer than the statutory timelines?
The 2026 amendment also provides that if a dispute remains pending for more than 6 months, at least 50% of the awarded amount is required to be paid to the MSME supplier. How and when this applies depends on the procedural stage and facts of each dispute.
How does Advocate Debarchana Samal help with MSME arbitration in Odisha?
Advocate Debarchana Samal represents MSME suppliers and buyers in Odisha through the mediation and arbitration process under the amended MSMED Act — preparing pleadings, presenting evidence, and pursuing enforcement of the eventual award within the applicable statutory framework.
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