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MRP Advisory | The Legal Compass – Vol. 1, Issue 3
21th Sept 2025
We are delighted to share the latest edition of our newsletter, The Legal Compass, bringing you expert insights, key updates, and firm highlights.
- Thought Leadership – MRP Advisory has contributed a chapter on Construction Arbitration in India in the 6th edition of GAR’s Guide to Construction Arbitration – a leading global resource on construction and infrastructure disputes. Read here
- Featured Article – Our Partner, Gunjan Chhabra, and Principal Associate, Nikhil Ramdev, examine Sustainable Construction in FIDIC Contracts: Legal Enforceability in Arbitration in the UAE – an in-depth exploration of ESG obligations in the construction sector.
The Spotlight
- Conducted a Masterclass with the Oman Commercial Arbitration Centre on dispute resolution under Oman Standard Conditions of Contract.
- Hosted a riveting panel at India ADR Week 2025 on Multi-Party, Multi-Contract Disputes in Construction Projects: An Indian Perspective.
- Released insightful webinars & podcasts on:
- Dubai’s New Contracting Law
- ESG in Construction (World Environment Day special)
- Managing Construction Disputes in Oman
- Generative AI in Contract Administration & Dispute Resolution
At MRP Advisory, we remain committed to shaping conversations around dispute resolution, arbitration, and sustainability in infrastructure and construction law.
For the full newsletter or inquiries, reach us at marketing@mrp-advisory.com
#Arbitration #ConstructionLaw #DisputeResolution #ESG #FIDIC #MRPAdvisory #ThoughtLeadership
We are delighted to share that MRP Advisory has contributed a chapter on Construction Arbitration in India in the sixth edition of GAR’s Guide to Construction Arbitration, a leading global resource on construction and infrastructure disputes.
18th Sept 2025
Authored by our colleagues Rishabh Jogani, Kunj Pandya, Bhavika Tiwari, and Shivam Sethi, the chapter explores:
- The FIDIC framework and pre-arbitral steps in construction disputes
- Treatment of time-bar provisions and multi-tiered dispute resolution clauses under Indian law
- Judicial approaches to unforeseen site conditions and change-in-law claims
- A comparative perspective with other leading arbitral jurisdictions
This contribution reflects our commitment to advancing thought leadership in international arbitration and providing nuanced insights into India’s evolving construction arbitration landscape.
Read the full chapter here:GAR link
#MRPAdvisory #GAR #Arbitration #ConstructionLaw #InternationalArbitration
Legal Insight | Party Autonomy in International Arbitration – Are Indian Parties Truly Free to Choose
17th Aug 2025
Party autonomy is one of arbitration’s greatest promises – the ability to choose arbitrators, shape procedures, and define the dispute resolution framework.
In theory, Indian law strongly supports this freedom. In practice, however, Indian parties often lose autonomy before the process even begins – by adopting boilerplate clauses, deferring to institutional defaults, or not actively shaping procedures and appointments.In our latest legal update, Pallavi Agrawalla, Associate at MRP Advisory, examines:
- Why autonomy is often underutilised in cross-border contracts involving Indian parties.
- How reliance on defaults can affect diversity, efficiency, and outcomes.
- Practical steps to reclaim control – from clause drafting to arbitrator selection and procedural design.
Key takeaway: Autonomy in arbitration is not just a right – it’s a strategic tool. Indian parties must engage proactively to ensure it works in their favour.
#Arbitration #DisputeResolution #PartyAutonomy #InternationalArbitration #MRPAdvisory #LegalUpdate #ConstructionLaw #ArbitrationInsights
In our latest legal update, authored by Ms. Gunjan Chhabra (Partner) and Mr. Nikhil Ramdev (Principal Associate), with research support by Ms. Suhani Singhal (intern), we delve into how FIDIC contracts are evolving to embed ESG mandates — transforming them from aspirational to legally enforceable obligations. The construction industry, responsible for high global carbon emissions, is now under growing pressure to align with ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) frameworks. With the UAE’s rapid infrastructure growth and its global sustainability commitments, this shift is no longer optional — it’s inevitable.
16th Sept 2025
Key Highlights: ✅ ESG obligations now embedded in FIDIC. ✅ The enforceability of ESG clauses under UAE law. ✅ Challenges in drafting, measuring, and verifying ESG compliance.
As UAE continues its leadership with initiatives like the Net Zero by 2050 strategy, the construction and legal sectors must proactively integrate climate-conscious, enforceable ESG provisions into contracts.
Read the full piece to understand why sustainable contract drafting is no longer a trend, but a legal imperative.
#MRPAdvisory #LegalUpdate #FIDIC #Sustainability #ESG #ConstructionLaw #Arbitration #UAE #GreenContracts #DisputeResolution #ClimateActionMRP Advisory Turns 4!
13th Sept 2025
From 2 lawyers in 2021 to a powerhouse of 40+ construction lawyers today — our journey has been one of purpose, perseverance, and performance.
Over the last 4 years, we have:
- Been highly ranked as a leading international law firm in construction, engineering and infrastructure domain by Legal 500, Lexology Index and Benchmark Litigation
- Handling 60+ high-profile international arbitrations, with 28 currently ongoing internationally under ICC, DIAC, SIAC, LCIA and other institutional rules
- Currently engaged on USD 8 BILLION+ worth of construction disputes across UAE, Oman, KSA, Qatar, Kuwait, and India. Ranked among the Top 3 law firms in India by arbitration volume and amongst the top law firms in terms of number of construction arbitrations in MENA region.
- Maintaining an 87% success rate in international arbitration – securing either favourable awards or successful settlements.
This is just the beginning. Thank you for being part of our journey!
#MRPAdvisory #ArbitrationExperts #LegalMilestones #InternationalDisputes #TopLawFirm #MRPturns4
MRP Advisory is thrilled to share that Ms. Gunjan Chhabra, Partner and Mr. Devesh Matta, Associate have co-authored for chapter on Construction Disputes: India published by Lexology, showcasing their expertise and thought leadership in the realm of construction dispute resolution.
At MRP Advisory, we’re committed to fostering innovation and excellence, and contributions like these strengthen our standing as a trusted advisor in this specialized field.
Here’s to many more such contributions that not only enhance knowledge but also inspire the legal community!
This article sheds light on the crucial need for policy reforms to bring clarity in power sector disputes—a significant issue in the evolving energy landscape. Kudos to Pallavi for this valuable contribution!
The overseas circulation includes all Indian Missions abroad, counterpart electrical associations of IEEMA in countries like Japan, Taiwan, Australia, Germany, Spain, China, Italy, Malaysia, Korea, US, France, UK etc and also to a number of technical institutes, libraries and other subscribers in overseas countries.
