Valuation Services for Dispute Settlements
Independent and defensible valuations for Shareholder Disputes, Family Settlements, and Commercial Litigation. Certified reports by IBBI Registered Valuers to resolve complex conflicts.
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What is Dispute Valuation?
Valuations for Dispute Settlements involve providing an objective, evidence-based determination of value in situations where parties have conflicting interests. In a dispute, valuation is not just about the numbers; it is about providing a "Conclusion of Value" that can withstand rigorous cross-examination in a court of law, arbitration, or a tribunal.
At Biz Valuations, we act as independent experts to bridge the gap between disputing parties. Whether it is a "deadlock" in a boardroom or a division of assets in a family partition, our reports provide a neutral financial foundation. We ensure that the Fair Value is determined without bias, helping all parties reach a settlement that is legally sound and financially equitable.
Why You Need Dispute Valuation?
In a conflict, a professional valuation report serves as the primary tool for mediation or judicial decision-making. We provide specialized reports for:
Shareholder Disputes
Resolving "Oppression and Mismanagement" cases under the Companies Act, 2013, where one group seeks to exit the company.
Post-M&A Disputes
Resolving conflicts over Earn-outs, working capital adjustments, or breaches of representations and warranties.
Partnership Dissolutions
Determining the "Buy-out" price when partners decide to part ways or trigger a Buy-sell Agreement.
Family Settlements & Partitions
Providing an equitable valuation of business interests and private holdings for the division of family wealth.
Marital Dissolutions
Valuing business interests for the purpose of equitable distribution in matrimonial settlements.
Who Needs Dispute Valuation Services?
Expert Support for Complex Legal Conflicts
Our team provides specialized support to parties involved in high-stakes litigation:
Key Benefits of Working with Biz Valuations
In a dispute, the credibility of the valuer is as important as the valuation itself.
Types of Disputes We Handle
We understand the unique sensitivities required for different types of conflict resolution:
Our Valuation Methodologies
In dispute scenarios, we often use a "Methodology Reconciliation" to ensure the most defensible result:
Income Approach (DCF)
Determining value based on the future earnings potential that the aggrieved party is "giving up."
Market Approach (Multiples)
Comparing the business to recent transactions to ensure the settlement price is in line with current market reality.
Asset Approach (NAV)
Determining the "Floor Value" or Liquidation Value in cases where the business is being dissolved.
Historical Cost Analysis
Reviewing past investments to settle "contribution-based" disputes.
Regulatory & Legal Frameworks
Our dispute valuations are performed in accordance with statutory requirements and global standards:
- Section 241-242 (Companies Act): Valuation for cases related to prevention of oppression and mismanagement.
- Indian Valuation Standards (IVS): Following the ICAI-mandated standards for professional ethics and reporting.
- Arbitration & Conciliation Act: Providing independent assessments for domestic and international arbitration.
- Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC): Providing fair and liquidation values for disputes between creditors and debtors.
Our 4-Step Resolution Roadmap
1. Conflict Check & Scoping
Ensuring absolute independence and defining the "Purpose of Valuation" for the legal context.
2. Information Discovery
Analyzing historical data, management projections, and industry benchmarks with a forensic lens.
3. Drafting & Sensitivity Analysis
Building a powerful model that tests how different "Disputed Facts" impact the final value.
4. Final Report & Testimony
Delivering a signed, certified report and providing oral or written testimony as required by the court.
Specialized Litigation Support
We provide more than just a report; we provide technical leadership throughout the dispute.
Expert Witness Testimony
Our senior valuers are available to explain and defend the valuation methodology before a judge or arbitrator.
Defense of Opposing Reports
We perform a forensic review of the other party’s valuation to identify errors in assumptions, discount rates, or multiples.
Damage Assessment
Quantifying the specific financial loss or "Diminution in Value" caused by a specific action or event.
Shadow Valuation
Providing a confidential "early-stage" value estimate to help legal teams decide whether to settle or litigate.
Resolve Your Dispute with Financial Certainty.
Don't let a conflict stagnate your business or drain your resources. Get a valuation that is independent, technically superior, and court ready. Move from deadlock to a fair settlement today.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1What is a "Neutral Expert" in a valuation dispute?
A neutral expert is a valuer appointed by both parties (or the court) to provide a single, unbiased valuation that both sides agree to respect as a basis for settlement.
2How do you value a minority stake in a dispute?
Valuing a minority stake often involves applying a Discount for Lack of Control (DLOC) and a Discount for Lack of Marketability (DLOM), unless the court mandates a "Fair Value" without discounts.
3Can a valuation report be used as evidence in court?
Yes. A report from an IBBI Registered Valuer is a recognized legal document and can be submitted as expert evidence in Indian courts and tribunals.
4What is the difference between "Fair Value" and "Fair Market Value" in a dispute?
Fair Value is often a court-determined standard that seeks to be equitable to both parties, often ignoring minority discounts, whereas Fair Market Value assumes a hypothetical open-market transaction.
5What happens if two valuers provide different numbers?
This is common. In such cases, a third "Umpire Valuer" may be appointed, or the court will evaluate the "reasonableness" of the assumptions made in both reports.
6Can you value "Economic Damages"?
Yes. We can calculate the loss of profits or the decrease in business value resulting from a breach of contract or an illegal act.
7Is a valuation mandatory for a family partition?
While not always legally mandatory, it is the only way to ensure an "equitable distribution" of assets and prevent future litigation among family members.
8How long does a dispute valuation take?
Due to the forensic nature and the high stakes involved, these typically take 2 to 3 weeks.
9What is a "Buy-sell Agreement" valuation?
It is a valuation triggered by a pre-existing contract between partners that dictates how a departing partner's shares should be valued.
10Can you critique a report prepared by another firm?
Yes. We frequently provide "Rebuttal Reports" that highlight technical inconsistencies or aggressive assumptions in an opposing party's valuation.