Effective Management of Litigation

[Audio] Effective management of litigation Key Strategies for Government and Institutional Legal Handling Date: 06.04.2025.

[Audio] Importance of Litigation Management Critical for upholding government credibility - Avoid policy disruptions and financial losses - Proactive legal handling prevents adverse judgments.

[Audio] Preventive measures Reduce avoidable litigation via clear, citizen-friendly policies - Ensure timely grievance redressal - Conduct regular legal audits - Adhere strictly to court directives.

[Audio] Role of Nodal Officers Appoint dedicated litigation nodal officers - Track case progress and coordinate responses - Maintain litigation databases - Liaise with legal counsel and departments.

[Audio] Monitoring mechanisms Set up Litigation Monitoring Cells - Use digital tools like LIMBS - Periodic reviews and performance tracking.

[Audio] Timely legal action Obtain legal opinions early - Appoint counsel without delay - Submit replies before deadlines - Avoid ex-parte orders by proper representation.

[Audio] Stakeholder coordination Ensure communication among departments, legal advisors, and law officers - Conduct joint review meetings - Establish SOPs for litigation management.

[Audio] Review and withdrawal of cases Regularly assess pending cases - Withdraw infructuous or minor cases - Focus on cases with policy or financial implications.

[Audio] Capacity building Organize training for legal and administrative staff - Strengthen legal literacy - Update on recent laws and court practices.

[Audio] Accountability measures Fix responsibility for delay or negligence - Penalize lapses that result in adverse outcomes - Include litigation performance in officer appraisals.

[Audio] Conclusion - Effective litigation management is essential for policy success - Coordination, accountability, and training are key - A proactive approach ensures justice and efficiency.