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Specialized Banking Practice

Banking &
Financial Disputes.

Strategic legal defense against coercive recovery, banking frauds, and SARFAESI actions. Protecting your assets in DRT & High Court with financial forensic precision.

THE PROCESS

Path to Financial Resolution

A strategic roadmap from receiving a bank notice to securing a settlement or court order.

STEP 01

Notice Analysis

Reviewing Sec 13(2) or 138 NI notices for procedural errors to build grounds for defense.

STEP 02

Court Defense

Filing Securitization Application (SA) in DRT or quashing petition in High Court.

STEP 03

Interim Stay

Securing immediate stay orders against Auction or physical possession of property.

STEP 04

OTS / Decree

Negotiating a favorable One Time Settlement (OTS) or fighting for final acquittal.

Legal Authority

Strategic Defense against
Coercive Recovery

We provide specialized defense for borrowers and guarantors, ensuring that banks and financial institutions adhere strictly to due process under SARFAESI and RBI guidelines.

Asset Protection

Stopping illegal possession and auction of residential and commercial properties.

Criminal Defense

Bail and trial defense in Cheque Bounce (138 NI) and Financial Fraud cases.

Procedural Audit

Identifying gaps in Section 13(2) and 13(4) notices to verify if the bank followed mandatory timelines.

Interest Audit

Forensic verification of interest calculations to challenge inflated claims and penal charges.

Debt Restructuring

Negotiating viable One Time Settlement (OTS) proposals with bank higher authorities.

Know The Law

Borrower's Rights
RBI Guidelines

Defaults do not strip you of your legal rights. RBI guidelines and Supreme Court judgments provide specific protections against harassment and unfair valuation.

60 Day Notice
Fair Valuation
Right to Appeal
Right to Settle

Notice Reply

Drafting strong legal replies to Section 13(2) notices, denying liability and raising disputes.

DRT Litigation

Filing Securitization Applications (SA) to challenge bank actions and get stay orders.

Cheque Bounce

Defense in 138 NI Act cases, proving "no legal liability" or disputing the debt amount.

Settlement (OTS)

Negotiating One Time Settlements with haircuts on interest and penalties.

Scope of Financial Litigation

Comprehensive legal support for borrowers, guarantors, and corporates in complex financial disputes.

Bank Loan Disputes

Resolving term loan, personal loan, and mortgage disputes with banks.

SARFAESI Recovery

Legal defense against 13(2) notices and 13(4) possession measures.

NPA Disputes

Challenging wrongful NPA tagging and violation of RBI norms.

Credit Card Disputes

Defense against inflated bills, hidden charges, and harassment.

Agent Harassment

Action against abusive recovery agents and illegal coercion.

Banking Fraud

Recovery of funds lost to cyber fraud and unauthorized debits.

Insurance / NBFC

Disputes with insurers and NBFCs regarding claims and coverage.

Banking Ombudsman

Filing complaints with the Banking Ombudsman for service deficiency.

Fraud Protection

Fake Loans & CIBIL Disputes

Victim of identity theft or banking errors? We fight to clear your name and restore your credit score.

Identity Theft & Fake Loans

  • Unknown loans reflecting on PAN card
  • Disbursement to fraudulent accounts
  • Misuse of documents by agents/apps

Wrong CIBIL Entry

  • Removal of 'Written Off' / 'Settled' tags
  • Updating 'Closed' status after NOC
  • Correction of name/address errors

Applicable Banking Laws

Navigating the draconian provisions of financial statutes. We turn procedural laws into your strongest defense.

Primary Act

SARFAESI Act, 2002

Empowers banks to auction properties without court intervention. We challenge this power in DRT.

Section 13(2): Demand Notice
Section 13(4): Possession Notice
Section 17: Right to Appeal (SA)

RDB Act, 1993

Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act.

Governs OA filed by banks in DRT.

RBI Guidelines & Circulars

Master Circulars on IRAC Norms & Collection.

Mandates fair recovery practices.

Indian Contract Act, 1872

Governs validity of loan agreements & guarantees.

CPA 2019

Consumer Protection Act (Service Deficiency).

IBC 2016

Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (Limited Context).

Legal Outcomes

Remedies & Reliefs

The DRT and Courts are empowered to protect borrowers from arbitrary bank actions. We fight for specific reliefs to safeguard your hard-earned assets.

Challenge Illegal Actions

Legal challenges against arbitrary seizure, auction, or possession notices issued without following legal due process.

Wrongful NPA Relief

Seeking restoration of account status where banks have classified it as NPA violating RBI norms or without cause.

Stay on Coercion

Obtaining judicial stay orders against aggressive recovery steps, dispossession, or coercive actions by lenders.

Compensation

Claiming damages for mental harassment and loss of reputation due to wrongful classification as Wilful Defaulter.

Account Correction

Directions for rectification of statement of accounts, reversal of penal interest, or correction of CIBIL scores.

Statutory Complaints

Representation and complaints before statutory authorities like the RBI Ombudsman for grievance redressal.

Eligible Applicants

Who Can Seek Remedy?

The law provides protection to various stakeholders affected by banking actions.

Borrowers

Primary Applicants

Guarantors

Co-Applicants

Account Holders

Banking Customers

Companies / Firms

Corporate Entities

Legal Heirs

In Applicable Cases

Legal Forum

Jurisdiction & Tribunals

Understanding the hierarchy of Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRT) is crucial for filing appeals and defense applications efficiently.

01

DRT (Tribunal)

Original Jurisdiction

Primary tribunal for recovery of debts > ?20 Lakhs and Sec 17 appeals (SA) against SARFAESI actions. Located in Lucknow.

02

DRAT (Appellate)

Appellate Tribunal

Appellate body at Allahabad for challenging DRT orders. Mandatory pre-deposit required for filing appeals.

03

Consumer Court

Service Deficiency

For deficiency in banking services, unauthorized deductions, or failure to return documents after loan closure.

04

Civil Courts

Limited Scope

Jurisdiction is barred for SARFAESI matters but available for specific relief and declaratory suits where fraud is alleged.

05

High Court

Writ Jurisdiction

Under Article 226, for violation of fundamental rights, natural justice principles, or where DRT is not functioning.

06

RBI Ombudsman

Complaints

Alternate grievance redressal mechanism for resolving complaints against banks without approaching courts.

Essential Documents

A strong banking defense relies on paper trails. Before approaching us for a stay or SA filing, ensure you have the following records.

Loan Agreement

Copy of sanctioned letter & agreement.

13(2) Notice

Demand notice received from the bank.

Checklist for Defense

  • Detailed Statement of Accounts
  • Valuation Report (if any)
  • Objection Letter Sent (Sec 13(3A))
  • Sale Notice (if published)
  • Details of Guarantors

Critical Borrower Mistakes

Ignoring 13(2) Notice

Failing to reply to the demand notice within 60 days forfeits your right to raise valid objections later in court.

Missed Limitation (45 Days)

An appeal (SA) against bank action must be filed within 45 days of the possession notice. Delay is fatal.

Self-Representation

DRT laws are highly technical. Appearing without a specialized lawyer often leads to summary dismissal of your application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I settle my loan if it is NPA?

Yes. Banks are often willing to negotiate a One Time Settlement (OTS) for NPA accounts. We help negotiate favorable terms to waive off penal interest and legal charges.

What happens if I ignore the 13(2) Notice?

If you don't reply or pay within 60 days, the bank gets the right to take symbolic possession of your property under Section 13(4) of the SARFAESI Act.

Can I stop a property auction?

Yes, but you must move the DRT immediately. If the bank has violated notification rules or undervaluation norms, the Tribunal can stay the auction process.

Is a lawyer mandatory for DRT?

While not legally mandatory, DRT proceedings are highly technical. One missed deadline or procedural error can lead to the loss of your property, making Qualified counsel essential.

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