CADRE ODR, India’s premier Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform, has raised $200,000 in an ongoing pre-series A funding round, attracting prominent investors including serial entrepreneurs Aprameya Radhakrishna, Murali Subramanian and Ram Bhamidi, (founder of Radarr) and industry experts including Aneesh Garg (General Counsel, Jumbo Electronics) and international lawyer Rahul Guptan.
Investment benifit
This strategic investment will fuel CADRE’s mission to democratize access to justice, creating an affordable, efficient and accessible dispute resolution option for businesses and individuals.
Accelerating Innovation in Dispute Resolution
Kanchan Gupta, Co-founder of CADRE ODR said, "Co-founded in 2019 by engineer-lawyer duo Kanchan Gupta and Rajneesh Jaswal, CADRE ODR uses advanced technology to offer legally binding, rapid, and cost-effective solutions for commercial and other disputes. By leveraging an AI-driven platform, CADRE drastically reduces dispute resolution times to as little as 45-60 days, compared to conventional methods. With increasing pressure on judicial courts and a greater focus on ease of doing business, CADRE ODR is filling a vital gap, This funding allows us to advance our technology, expand our reach globally, and empower more people to resolve disputes swiftly and affordably.”
Strategic Expansion and Technology Integration
CADRE’s platform stands out in the Dispute Resolution as a Service (DRaaS) sector, providing a comprehensive tech-enabled dispute resolution solution with a streamlined legal workflow. CADRE ODR has already processed nearly 8,000 cases across banking, securities, employment and commercial disputes.
This capital injection will enhance CADRE’s development of AI-based tools that improve transparency, accuracy, and user experience in dispute resolution.
Rajneesh Jaswal, Co-founder and former in-house lawyer said, “Fast dispute resolution is critical to economic health, Our solutions bridge the justice gap with the scalability and efficiency needed in today’s environment. Our goal is to become the leading online dispute resolution provider, competing globally with companies like Immediation and Tyler Tech. "
CADRE’s growth is also buoyed by progressive regulatory support, including proposed amendments to India’s Arbitration and Conciliation Act, Niti Aayog’s ODR Policy Plan, and Phase III of the E-Courts Project. As an integral part of ecosystems like SEBI’s investor grievance mechanisms, the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), and the Account Aggregator framework, CADRE continues to strengthen its role in India’s legal tech landscape.
Expansion into South Africa and Australia
As part of its global expansion strategy CADRE ODR is entering both the South African and Australian markets, capitalizing on the surging demand for digital dispute resolution solutions. Africa led by countries like South Africa, is witnessing a swift transition towards online dispute resolution (ODR) due to rising domestic and foreign investments.
South Africa's complex business environment offers significant growth potential for CADRE's AI-driven platform, providing rapid, cost-effective and legally binding resolutions for commercial and civil disputes.
With increasing government support and regulatory backing CADRE ODR is poised to become an essential part of South Africa’s evolving legal landscape by addressing bottlenecks in traditional dispute resolution and expanding access to justice for businesses and individuals alike.
Read also - Comviva appoints Raja Mansukhani to drive growth and transformation.
Australia, a tech-forward market represents another high-potential region for CADRE’s expansion. With a legal services sector valued at approximately AUD 25 billion, Australia has rapidly adopted ODR frameworks, especially in industries such as e-commerce, government sector, financial services and telecommunications. This market shift is fuelled by both regulatory support and a growing demand for secure, efficient resolution services.
Head of Product Subbaiah KG said, “CADRE's emphasis on data security, seamless user experience and responsible use of AI aligns well with Australia’s stringent data privacy laws, positioning the platform as an ideal solution for organizations seeking secure and streamlined dispute resolution, By catering to region-specific needs and building local partnerships, CADRE ODR is set to establish itself as a leader in South Africa and Australia’s dispute resolution sectors, empowering businesses across both continents. "
New Strategic Partnership with Orington & Partners
Alongside its latest funding round CADRE ODR has established a strategic partnership with Orington & Partners, an Australia-based consulting firm. Kashish Grover, Managing Partner at Orington & Partners, expressed confidence in CADRE’s mission, stating “CADRE’s platform addresses the critical issue of delayed and costly legal resolutions. We are excited to support CADRE ODR as it combines legal rigor and technological expertise to serve a global audience.”
About CADRE ODR
CADRE ODR is India’s leading online dispute resolution platform, dedicated to making dispute resolution accessible and efficient through technology-driven, legally binding solutions. With a focus on fast, affordable, and effective dispute resolution, CADRE ODR is reshaping the landscape for businesses and individuals seeking timely dispute resolution.
Want to go deeper into the world of startups and entrepreneurship? Check out these categories on VIESTORIES:
Startup Stories: Discover inspiring tales of startups overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Startup Funding News: Stay updated with the latest news and trends in startup funding and investment.