General preparation guide · India context · Updated 12 October 2026 · Information only; seek individual legal advice.
Different routes, different processes
Mediation and Lok Adalat are distinct dispute-resolution routes. A legal services authority can provide information about its available processes.
Ask what participation involves
Before agreeing to a process, ask who is involved, what can be discussed, the role of any representative and how proposed settlement terms will be reviewed.
Find official information
NALSA and state legal services authorities provide information on legal aid and Lok Adalat. Suitability and the effect of a settlement require matter-specific assessment.