Practice Area
Cheque Bounce (Section 138 NI Act)
Overview
A focused, client-first practice
Dishonoured cheques are one of the most common commercial disputes in Mumbai. We represent complainants seeking recovery and accused persons defending Section 138 NI Act cases before Magistrate Courts across Mumbai, Thane and Mira Road — from statutory notice to trial and appeal.
Services
What we handle
- Statutory demand notice under Section 138
- Filing of Section 138 NI Act complaints
- Defence in cheque bounce trials
- Summary suits under Order XXXVII CPC
- Compounding and settlement negotiations
- Appeals and revisions against conviction
Who we help
Clients we represent
How we work
Our approach
- 01Notice
Statutory demand notice drafted and served within 30 days of cheque return memo.
- 02Complaint
Complaint filed with sworn statement, evidence affidavit and documents before the Magistrate.
- 03Trial
Examination, cross-examination and legal presumption arguments under Sections 118 and 139.
- 04Recovery
Post-conviction recovery, compensation orders and enforcement.
FAQ
Frequently asked
How long does a cheque bounce case take?+
Under summary trial provisions, most cases in Mumbai are decided in 12–18 months. Settlements often close matters faster.
Can I file both a criminal complaint and a civil suit?+
Yes — parallel proceedings are permitted. We often advise pursuing both for negotiating leverage and recovery.
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