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PRACTICE AREA

A judgment abroad needs
local action to have value.

Recognition and enforcement of foreign court judgments and arbitral awards across jurisdictions.

Enforcement of Foreign Judgments & Awards

Enforcing a foreign judgment.
or award requires understanding both the originating

jurisdiction's recognition status and the local enforcement procedure.

01

Enforceability assessment

We assess whether the judgment or award is enforceable in the target jurisdiction and under which treaty or statutory mechanism.

02

Recognition proceedings

Licensed local counsel files for recognition in the relevant court, meeting all procedural requirements.

03

Execution

Upon recognition, enforcement proceedings — attachment, execution — are coordinated immediately.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Questions about this practice.

Is a UK or US judgment enforceable in India?

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UK and US judgments are enforceable in India under specific mechanisms. The procedure and speed differ between reciprocating and non-reciprocating territories. We assess the specific judgment and advise at intake.

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