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Terms of Use

Welcome to SettleKar (“Platform”, “we”, “our”, “us”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, services, and technology platform located at www.settlekar.com

 

By using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

 

  1. Nature of Services

 

  • SettleKar is not a law firm. We are a technology platform that connects users (“you”) with independent advocates who are licensed and enrolled with the Bar Council of India.
  • All legal review, drafting, advice, or issuance of notices is performed exclusively by independent partner advocates, not by SettleKar.
  • SettleKar facilitates:
  1. secure document upload,
  2. assignment of matters to partner advocates,
  3. communication workflow,
  4. postal dispatch support, and
  5. case tracking.
    • SettleKar does not represent you in court or provide legal representation unless separately agreed with a partner lawyer.

 

  1. Eligibility

 

  • You must be:
  1. at least 18 years old,
  2. capable of entering into binding contracts under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and
  3. lawfully entitled to submit documents and information.
    • By using the Platform, you represent that all details submitted are true, accurate, and complete.

 

  1. User Responsibilities

 

  • You agree to:
  1. Upload only genuine invoices, contracts, ledgers, communications, or documents.
  2. Not use the Platform to harass, intimidate, extort, threaten, or target any individual.
  3. Not submit false claims, forged documents, or fraudulent disputes.
  4. Provide accurate address details of the opposite party for postal dispatch.
  5. Indemnify SettleKar for loss arising due to your false, misleading, or illegal submissions.

 

  1. No Attorney–Client Relationship with SettleKar

 

  • Using SettleKar does not create an attorney–client relationship with the Platform.
  • Any attorney–client relationship exists solely between you and the independent advocate who drafts or issues your notice.
  • SettleKar is not responsible for legal advice, accuracy of drafting, or outcomes.

 

  1. Payments, Fees & Billing

 

  • All fees must be paid in advance before service initiation.
  • Government postal charges (RPAD/Speed Post) may apply.
  • No refunds are issued once a lawyer has begun reviewing or drafting (see Refund Policy).
  • Payments made for onboarding (lawyer signup) are non-refundable once verification begins.

 

  1. Service Limitations

 

  • SettleKar does not guarantee:
  1. recovery of dues,
  2. that the opposite party will respond,
  3. legal outcomes, or
  4. timelines for postal delivery.
    • SettleKar provides best-effort service but recovery depends on the debtor’s conduct.

 

  1. Prohibited Activities

 

  • You must not:
  1. use the Platform for unlawful, defamatory, or malicious purposes,
  2. impersonate any person or entity,
  3. attempt unauthorized access to the Platform,
  4. scrape, copy, or extract Platform data,
  5. upload malware or harmful content.
    • Violation may lead to account termination and legal action.

 

  1. Intellectual Property

 

  • All content on the Platform—including logos, software, graphics, and text—is owned by SettleKar and protected under the Copyright Act, 1957 and applicable IP laws.
  • You may not copy, reproduce, resell, or exploit any part of the Platform without permission.

 

  1. Data Protection & Privacy

 

  • Your data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).
  • Partner lawyers receive only the data required to fulfil your request.
  • We use secure servers and access controls but do not guarantee absolute security.

 

  1. Third-Party Partners

 

  • SettleKar uses third-party advocates, postal services, hosting providers, and payment gateways.
  • We are not responsible for delays, failures, or errors arising from third-party systems.

 

  1. Limitation of Liability

 

  • To the maximum extent permitted under Indian law:
  1. SettleKar is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
  2. SettleKar is not responsible for actions, errors, or omissions of partner advocates.
  3. SettleKar is not responsible for postal delays or failures.
  4. SettleKar does not guarantee recovery of money or legal results.
    • Your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Platform.

 

  1. Indemnity

 

  • You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SettleKar, its founders, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, penalties, or costs arising from:
  1. your misuse of the Platform,
  2. false or illegal submissions,
  3. breach of these Terms,
  4. violation of applicable laws.

 

  1. Termination

 

  • SettleKar may suspend or terminate your access if:
  1. you violate these Terms,
  2. submit fraudulent documents,
  3. misuse the platform,
  4. abuse staff or partner advocates.

 

  1. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

 

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of India.
  • Courts located in Mumbai, Maharashtra shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

 

  1. Changes to Terms

 

  • SettleKar may update or modify these Terms at any time.
  • Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

 

For any queries and/or clarifications regarding these Terms, contact: contact@settlekar.com