In this article, I will guide you through the process of drafting a RERA appeal using AI. That is not all; you will also learn other core concepts regarding RERA appeals that will help you draft a RERA appeal like any other experienced lawyer. If you are a junior lawyer or someone who practices in RERA, then you are at the right place; learning this skill will give you an edge over your peers.
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Introduction
Before we begin, I would like to share something with you: I have written articles using traditional legal drafting methods, breaking down each clause to help you understand, exploring legal frameworks, and moreover, in those articles, you will learn how to build documents from scratch.
I have linked two of my articles for you to read.
- How to draft a section 17 of the Arbitration Act using AI?
- How to draft a stay application using AI?
However, here is what happened recently, which completely changed my perspective on drafting RERA appeals.
Last week, my junior associate Aditi rushed into my cabin looking stressed.
“Madam, Mr. Ramesh needs a RERA appeal drafted urgently. The 60-day deadline is approaching fast. It is about delayed possession and incorrect interest calculation, but I am struggling with the legal grounds and arguments.”
The client had been promised possession in April 2014, paid Rs.45 lakhs, and waited eight years. The MahaRERA authority awarded interest only from May 2019, not from the original promise date.
A traditional appeal would cost Rs.1 to 1.5 lakhs in legal fees, money the client simply did not have, and would also have taken 3 to 4 days to finalize the draft.
That is when I decided to try something different. “Why not use AI?” I said. “But not the way everyone uses it.”
I have often seen most lawyers make the mistake of asking AI: “Draft a RERA appeal for delayed possession.”
By giving this prompt, what they receive is a generic template that does not fit their specific case and is often legally inadequate.
But what if I told you that there is a way to help you draft a document using AI, just like an experienced lawyer?
Surprising? Right?
The secret is not hidden in the AI tool itself, but it is in how you communicate with it.
You will be shocked to know that within four hours, Aditi and I prepared a detailed 15 pager RERA appeal using AI, which was ready for my final review.
By providing the right prompts, AI can incorporate the facts, prepare it according to the format, and include relevant legal grounds.
We charged the client Rs.50,000 instead of Rs.1 or 1.5 lakh, and we filed the appeal the very next day.
Six months later, we won the appeal. The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal accepted our arguments entirely, and the client received compensation from 2014 instead of 2019, worth several additional lakhs.
That is when I realized this approach needs to be shared with all.
When we see the traditional methods, the focus is on understanding fundamentals through manual research and drafting. This article will demonstrate how to utilize artificial intelligence to draft RERA appeals efficiently without compromising quality.
Are you ready to learn? Let us begin with the basics first.
What is RERA?
Learning how to draft is not sufficient, it is essential to know the core concepts.
So, before Aditi learned to use AI for drafting effectively, she needed to understand what she was working with. I started by explaining the basics.
I first asked her, “Aditi, tell me what you know about RERA.”
“It is about protecting homebuyers, madam,” she replied hesitantly.
“Correct, but there is more to it.”
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, is an Act that aims to protect homebuyers and boost investments in the real estate industry.
Think of it this way: before RERA came into force, homebuyers like our client, Ramesh, had very little legal protection. Builders could delay projects indefinitely and change terms unilaterally, and buyers had no effective recourse.
However, what most people do not realize is that RERA is not just about regulation. It has created a complete ecosystem for dispute resolution.
One of the salient features of this act is that it establishes the State Real Estate Regulatory Authority in each state to undertake the day to day implementation of the Act and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder.
“So each state has its own authority?” Aditi asked.
“Exactly. Maharashtra has MahaRERA, Karnataka has K RERA, and so on. This is crucial for drafting appeals because procedures can vary slightly between states.”
Moving on.
What is the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal?
“Now, here is where it gets interesting for us as lawyers,” I continued.
The RERA Act also provides for the constitution of the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal.
The Real Estate Appellate Tribunal is a quasi-judicial body that is empowered to hear appeals from the orders/decisions/directions of the Regulatory Authority or the Adjudicating Officer, as the case may be. It is established under section 43 of the RERA Act.
“Wait, so there are two levels?” Aditi asked.
“Think of it like this: first, you go to the RERA authority with your complaint. If you are aggrieved or unhappy with their decision, you can appeal to the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (REAT).”
The Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (REAT) has been established to hear appeals against orders issued by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority. The REAT can examine the legality of orders passed by the RERA and decide whether to uphold or overturn them.
“And if we lose there?” she asked.
“Orders passed by REAT can further be appealed by filing an appeal in the High Court. But there is a catch, only on substantial questions of law, not facts.”
This three-tier system is what made Ramesh’s case interesting. The RERA authority had made a legal error in determining the interest calculation date. The appellate tribunal was the perfect forum to correct this.
What is the constitution of the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal?
The next thing that comes to your mind would be that the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal shall consist of whom?
Let me tell you that the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal comprises one chairperson and two or more full-time judicial and technical members.
The Chairperson is a retired High Court judge, while the judicial member is a qualified advocate with at least twenty years of experience.
The technical member should have at least twenty years of experience in urban development, housing, and infrastructure.
A bureaucrat having the rank of Additional Secretary and above in the Government can also be appointed as a technical member.
“So we are presenting to people who really understand both law and real estate?” she asked.
“Exactly. This means our appeal can include technical arguments about construction timelines, industry practices, and complex legal principles.
The AI helped us identify arguments that would resonate with this specific composition.”
What is the limitation period to file an appeal before the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal?
“Now, let us talk about the most crucial part: timing,” I said, pulling out Ramesh’s case file.
The provisions for filing an appeal before the appellate tribunal are outlined in section 44 of the RERA, 2016.
The appeal has to be filed within a period of sixty days ‘from the date on which a copy of the direction or order or decision made by the Authority or the adjudicating officer is received’.
“Sixty days sounds reasonable,” Aditi said.
“It is, but there is flexibility. However, the appellate tribunal is empowered to entertain an appeal even if it is filed after the expiry of sixty days if it is satisfied that there was sufficient cause for not filing it within that period.”
“So if we are slightly late, we can still file?”
“Yes, but you need good reasons. The AI helped us ensure we were well within the timeline and also prepared a condonation application just in case.”
Here is something interesting about the tribunal’s efficiency: Section 44 also provides that the Appellate Tribunal should endeavour to dispose of the appeal as expeditiously as possible, but not later than sixty days from filing the appeal.
Where the appeal could not be disposed of within sixty days, the Appellate Tribunal has to record its reasons in writing for not disposing of the appeal within that period.
“Sixty days for decision? That is fast!” Aditi exclaimed.
“That is the intent. If a party seeks to adjourn the proceedings, it must provide valid reasons for doing so; otherwise, the request will be rejected. The tribunal does not tolerate unnecessary delays.”
What are the powers of the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal?
“Here is what makes RERA appeals different from regular court cases,” I explained.
Under section 53 of the RERA Act, the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has the power to regulate its own procedure. It is not bound by the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, or the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
“What does that mean practically?” Aditi asked.
“It means the tribunal has flexibility in how it conducts proceedings. They are not bound by strict court procedures. This affects how we draft our appeal, we can be more direct and focus on substantial justice rather than procedural technicalities.”
The form of an appeal and the fees to be paid are to be prescribed by every state appellate tribunal itself. Therefore, the rules prescribed in this regard vary from state to state.
What is the court fee to file an appeal before the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal?
“Finally, let us talk about costs,” I said.
Court fees for filing an appeal vary by state, as each state’s RERA rules specify the fee structure.
For example, in Maharashtra, the fee is INR 5,000 for appeals to the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaREAT).
“Only Rs.5,000? That is quite reasonable,” Aditi noted.
“That is the beauty of RERA, it is designed to be accessible. Unlike regular civil courts, where fees can be prohibitive, RERA appeals are affordable. This is why middle class homebuyers like Ramesh can actually seek justice.”
How to use AI to draft the RERA appeal?
“Now that you understand the RERA framework,” I told Aditi, “you are ready to learn how to use AI effectively for drafting.
The key is knowing what questions to ask and how to structure your prompts.
Here are some tips for you.
Are you ready to learn the actual AI prompting techniques that made our appeal successful? You can refer to the AI prompting tips provided below for a better understanding.
We went step by step, and we used Claude. You can use any other AI tool, such as ChatGPT, Grok, etc., as well.
Step 1: Structural format
We establish the structural foundation before adding any legal complexity.
Think of it like building a house, you need a solid frame before adding walls.
“But why not just ask AI to draft everything at once?”
“That is the biggest mistake lawyers make, Aditi. When you ask AI to ‘draft a complete RERA appeal,’ you get generic material. But when we provided specific details, addresses, project registration numbers, and tribunal formatting requirements, the AI could focus purely on professional structure.”
So we give the following prompt:
“Generate the opening of a RERA Form ‘C’ appeal for Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal. Use the following facts:
- Appeal No. _______ of 2025
- Complaint No. CC 006 000 000 171 502
- Appellant: Mr. Ramesh Kumar
- Respondent: M/s. ABC Developers Pvt. Ltd.
Appellant Address: B 402, Green View Apartments, Near City Mall & Plaza, Off. Western Express Highway, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400069
Address for notice to Appellant: 6-312, H-2, B Wing, Sunrise Society, Off. Linking Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai – 400050
Respondent Office Addresses:- ABC House, Opp. Business Complex, S.V. Road, Malad (East), Mumbai – 400097
- Crystal Plaza, 2nd Floor, Opp. Metro Cinema, M.G. Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai – 400058
- Respondent address for service: Same as above
- Jurisdiction: Yes, subject matter within the Tribunal’s jurisdiction
- Project Name: Sunshine Heights and Paradise Wings
- Project Location: Plot Bearing / CTS / Survey No 45/3, 6, 47, 49/2 at Kandivali (West), Mumbai – 400067
Project Registration No.: P51700007248 - Limitation: Declare that the appeal is filed within the limitation under Section 44 of the RERA Act.”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“IN THE MAHARASHTRA REAL ESTATE APPELLATE TRIBUNAL, MUMBAI
Appeal No. _______ of 2025
IN
Complaint No. CC 006 000 000 171 502
In the matter between:
Mr. Ramesh Kumar ……Appellant
And
M/s. ABC Developers Pvt. Ltd. ……Respondent
Details of Claim:
1. Particulars of the Appellant:
a. Name of the Appellant: Ramesh Kumar
b. Address of residence of the Appellant: B 402, Green View Apartments, Near City Mall & Plaza, Off. Western Express Highway, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400069
c. Address for service of notice: 6-312, H-2, B Wing, Sunrise Society, Off. Linking Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai – 400050
2. Particulars of the Respondent:
a. Name of the Respondent: M/s. ABC Developers Pvt. Ltd.
b. Address of the office of the Respondent: ABC House, Opp. Business Complex, S.V. Road, Malad (East), Mumbai – 400097; Crystal Plaza, 2nd Floor, Opp. Metro Cinema, M.G. Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai – 400058
c. Address for service of notice: Same as above
3. a. Jurisdiction of the Tribunal: The Appellant declares that the subject matter of the claim falls within the jurisdiction of the Tribunal;
b. Project Registration No.: P51700007248
Project: Sunshine Heights and Paradise Wings, Plot Bearing / CTS / Survey No 45/3, 6, 47, 49/2 at Kandivali (West), Mumbai, Mumbai, 400067;
4. Limitation: The Appellant declares that the appeal is filed within the period of limitation prescribed under Section 44 of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.”
Step 2: Opening statement
We establish a formal tone from the first paragraph and also create a transition structure for presenting detailed facts.
So we give the following prompt:
“Write paragraph 5 now, including the following details:
- The paragraph should be titled ‘Facts of the case’.
- The Appellant is aggrieved by part of an order dated 15th March 2025 passed by the Hon’ble Authority in Complaint No. CC 006 000 000 171 502.
- The grievance is that the Authority directed the Respondent to pay interest for delay in possession from May 1st, 2019, instead of from the originally promised possession date of April 2014.
- Mention that a certified copy of the order is annexed as Exhibit ‘A’ and refer to it as the ‘Impugned Order’.
- End by stating that the Appellant will now place material facts and events before setting out the legal grounds.
The tone should be formal and structured like a legal pleading.”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“5. Facts of the case:
The Appellant has filed the above appeal being aggrieved by a part of the order dated 15th March 2025 of the Hon’ble Authority viz. the order and direction of the Hon’ble Authority to the Respondent to pay interest to the Appellant for delayed possession from May 1st 2019 till actual date of possession, instead of from the originally promised possession date of April 2014. The certified copy of the order dated 15th March 2025 passed by the Hon’ble Authority is annexed as Exhibit “A” (“Impugned Order”).
Before setting out the grounds on which a part of the Impugned Order is liable to be set aside, the Appellant, at the outset, would place material facts and events which demonstrate the case of the Appellant:”
Step 3: Building the foundation of the case
“Why did we spend so much time on RERA terminology?” I asked.
“To show we understand the legal framework?”
“Exactly. Using ‘allottee’ and ‘promoter’ instead of generic terms immediately establishes credibility. We create a chronological foundation from project launch to agreement execution while building sympathy for Ramesh as the responsible buyer.”
So we give the following prompt:
“Write paragraphs (a) to (e) under ‘Facts of the Case’.Structure the content as follows:
(a) State that the Appellant is a citizen of India and resides in Mumbai, with residential details already provided in the cause title. Mention that he is an ‘allottee’ under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.
(b) Mention that the Respondent is a private company incorporated under the Companies Act, having its registered office at the address already mentioned. State that it is a ‘promoter’ under the Act and engaged in real estate development.
(c) Explain that the Respondent acquired land and launched a residential project in 2012, which was marketed to potential homebuyers, including the Appellant.
(d) State that the Appellant agreed to purchase a specific flat (Flat No. 502 on 5th floor, 92.15 sq.m carpet area) based on promises and representations made by the Respondent. Mention that the consideration was ₹47,88,000, and that an allotment letter dated 8th October 2012 promised possession by April 2014. Refer to the allotment letter as Exhibit ‘B’.
(e) State that an Agreement for Sale was executed on 28th June 2013, confirming the same terms, including possession timeline and payment schedule. Mention that time was made the essence of the contract and that a copy of the agreement is annexed as Exhibit ‘C’.
Use a formal tone in standard legal drafting style. Each paragraph should begin with the corresponding alphabet marker (a., b., etc.).”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“a. The Appellant is a citizen of India, resident of Mumbai, currently residing at the address as mentioned in the cause title hereinabove. The Appellant is an allottee as defined under the provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (“Act”).
b. The Respondent is a company duly incorporated under the Companies Act, having its registered office at the address mentioned in the cause title hereinabove. The Respondent is a promoter as defined under the Act and is engaged in the business of real estate development.
c. The Appellant states that the Respondent had acquired suitable land and proposed to construct a residential project thereon. The Respondent marketed the project to potential buyers, including the Appellant, in early 2012.
d. The Appellant was interested in the project and proposed to purchase a residential flat in the project. After due deliberation and discussions held with the Respondent and on the basis of assurances and promises made by the Respondent, the Appellant agreed to purchase Flat No. 502 on the 5th floor admeasuring 92.15 square meters carpet area for a total consideration of Rs.47,88,000/- (Rupees Forty Seven Lakhs Eighty Eight Thousand Only). The Respondent issued an allotment letter dated 8th October 2012 confirming the booking and promising possession by April 2014. A copy of the allotment letter is annexed hereto as Exhibit “B”.
e. Pursuant thereto, an Agreement for Sale dated 28th June 2013 was executed between the Appellant and the Respondent in respect of the said flat. The agreement confirmed the possession date as April 2014 and established the payment schedule. A copy of the Agreement for Sale is annexed hereto as Exhibit “C”. The Appellant states that time was made the essence of the contract.”
Step 4: Payment vs builder’s contradictions
This is where we really start building the case
We establish Ramesh’s perfect payment performance. Then, we use the builder’s own admission against them.
So, we give the following prompt:
“Write paragraphs (f) to (h) under the ‘Facts of the Case’. Structure the content as follows:
(f) Mention that the Respondent raised demand notes/invoices from time to time for the flat’s consideration amount. State that the Appellant made all payments as per those demands. Mention the total amount paid: ₹43,13,440 towards consideration, ₹1,47,950 towards Service Tax, and ₹47,880 towards VAT. Also, state that payment receipts and demand notes are annexed as Exhibits ‘D’ and ‘E’.
(g) Mention that the Respondent issued a notice dated 2nd April 2013 to the Appellant stating that 85% of the construction was complete and requesting payment of outstanding dues. Also, mention that the notice warned about 24% compounding interest and price escalation if payments weren’t made. Refer to the notice as Exhibit ‘F’.
(h) State that despite admitting 85% construction completion in 2013, the Respondent failed to hand over possession till date. Emphasize that the booking was done in 2012 and possession was due in April 2014. State that even after over 12 years, the Respondent hasn’t delivered possession.
Use a formal legal tone and ensure each paragraph is marked clearly with the respective alphabet (f., g., h.)”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“f. The Appellant states that the Respondent raised demand notes cum invoices from time to time toward the consideration of the flat. The Appellant made all requisite payments promptly as and when demands were raised. The Appellant has till date, paid an amount of Rs. 43,13,440/- (Rupees Forty Three Lakhs Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred and Forty Only) plus Service Tax Rs. 1,47,950/- (Rupees One Lakh Forty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty Only) plus VAT Rs. 47,880/- (Rupees Forty Seven Thousand Eight Hundred and Eighty Only). Copies of the demand notes and payment receipts are annexed hereto as Exhibits “D” and “E” respectively.
g. The Appellant states that the Respondent issued a notice dated 2nd April 2013 to the Appellant regarding payment of outstanding dues, which specifically stated that the Respondent had completed 85% of the total construction of the project and requested payment of outstanding dues, failing which it would attract compounding interest at 24% per annum and escalated prices of materials. A copy of the said notice dated 2nd April 2013 is annexed hereto as Exhibit “F”.
h. The Appellant further states that despite the Respondent’s admission of 85% project completion in April 2013, the Respondent has failed to deliver possession of the flat to the Appellant to date. The Appellant initially booked the flat in 2012 and has waited for more than 12 years for possession. It was the contractual obligation of the Respondent to hand over possession by April 2014, yet even after considerable time, the Respondent has been unable to complete the project and deliver possession.”
Step 5: Construction work timeline
We now establish the construction status and timeline to demonstrate the builder’s malafide intention.
We also quantify the financial impact of the delay on Ramesh.
So this is the prompt that we gave:
“Draft paragraphs (i) to (k) for the ‘Facts of the Case’ section. Use a formal legal tone. Each paragraph should be individually numbered (i., j., k.) and clearly structured.
(i) Mention that in the written arguments before the MahaRERA Authority, the Respondent admitted that only 90–92% of the work was complete as of now. Contrast this with their own earlier representation in the letter dated 2nd April 2013 (Exhibit ‘F’), where they claimed that 85% of the work was complete. Emphasize that this shows only 5–7% progress in 11 years (2013–2024), indicating malafide intent and negligence in completing the project.
(j) State that the Respondent repeatedly made false assurances about timely possession but failed to fulfil those promises. Mention the ongoing delay in project completion and resulting mental harassment and agony caused to the Appellant.
(k) Emphasize that the Appellant entered into the agreement for sale solely on the basis of representations made by the Respondent promising possession by April 2014. Due to non compliance with that commitment, the Appellant’s investment of ₹45,09,270 has been blocked for almost 12 years, resulting in severe financial distress.”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“i. Furthermore, the Respondent admitted in their written arguments filed before the Hon’ble MahaRERA Authority that presently, 90 to 92% of the work is completed. However, the Respondent had in their letter dated 2nd April 2013 (Exhibit “F”) informed the Appellant that 85% of the work was completed. This means that the Respondent completed only 5 to 7% additional work in 11 years (2013-2024), demonstrating the malafide intention and negligence on the part of the Respondent to complete the project as per the promised date of April 2014 and proving that the Respondent has no intention to handover possession and is usurping the hard earned monies of the Appellant.
j. The Appellant states that the Respondent has time and again made false promises to fulfill their contractual obligations but has miserably failed to abide by any of the said obligations, causing further delay in project completion and possession delivery beyond April 2014, thereby causing mental harassment and mental agony to the Appellant.
k. The Appellant further states that the Appellant entered into the agreement for sale with the Respondent solely on the basis of representations and promises made by the Respondent to handover possession by April 2014. Due to the Respondent’s failure to comply with contractual obligations, the hard earned money of the Appellant amounting to Rs. 45,09,270/- (Rupees Forty Five Lakhs Nine Thousand Two Hundred and Seventy Only) has been stuck in the project for almost 12 years, causing severe financial distress.”
Step 6: RERA registration timelines
You demonstrate the different timelines mentioned on the RERA portal as against the date promised under the agreement, which proves bad faith.
So we give the following prompt:
“Generate paragraphs (l), (m), and (n) for the ‘Facts of the Case’l. Maintain a formal, legal tone and use a numbered format.
(l) State that the time taken by the Respondent to complete the project is unreasonable, perverse, and not prudent. Emphasize that under the RERA Act and rules, the Respondent is liable to compensate the Appellant for delay from April 2014 (the originally promised possession date) for each month’s delay.
(m) Mention that at the time of registering the project with MahaRERA, the Respondent unilaterally revised the date of possession to April 2019. Emphasize this act as a breach of contractual obligations and promises made to the Appellant at the time of booking.
(n) State that the Respondent has repeatedly revised the completion timeline without regard to the Appellant’s concerns. Mention the latest promised date, which is 31st December 2024, and has also not been met. Point out that despite 12 years passing since booking in 2012, possession is still not handed over. Also, note that an extract from the MahaRERA website showing this is annexed as Exhibit ‘G’.”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“l. The Appellant states that the time consumed by the Respondent in completing the project is unreasonable, perverse and not prudent and therefore the Respondent is liable to compensate the Appellant from the promised date of April 2014 for each month’s delay as per the provisions of the RERA Act and rules thereof.
m. The Appellant states that, to the shock and dismay of the Appellant, the Respondent, at the time of registration of the project with the MahaRERA Authority, unilaterally mentioned the date of possession to be April 2019, thereby committing a breach of the contractual obligation and the promise made to the Appellant to handover possession of the said flat by April 2014.
n. The Appellant further states that the Respondent has time and again revised the date of completion without any consideration for the problems faced by the Appellant, which now stands at 31st December 2024, and this timeline has also not been fulfilled by the Respondent. The Appellant booked the flat in 2012 and even after passage of more than 12 years, the Respondent is unable to deliver on their serial promises of possession within timelines. A copy of the extract from the MahaRERA website is annexed hereto as Exhibit “G”.”
Step 7: Counter COVID defence
Every builder now blames COVID, so we countered that excuse before they could use it.
So we give the following prompt:
“Draft paragraphs (o), (p), and (q) for the ‘Facts of the Case’. Use a formal legal tone and keep numbered paragraph labels intact.
(o) Mention that the Respondent is continuing to seek more time to complete the project, despite 12 years having passed. Emphasize how this ongoing delay has caused mental harassment and trauma to the Appellant and reflects the Respondent’s negligent, malafide, and exploitative conduct.
(p) State that the Respondent is now blaming COVID 19 as a reason for the non delivery of possession. However, counter this by pointing out that 85% of the construction was completed in 2013 (per their own letter, Exhibit “F”), and the pandemic only began in 2020. Argue that this excuse is an afterthought to justify false promises and even the revised timeline of December 2024 has not been honored.
(q) Conclude by stating that due to the Respondent’s continued defaults and delay, the Appellant had no choice but to file Complaint No. CC 006 000 000 171 502 under the RERA Act before the Hon’ble Authority. Mention that the complaint led to the passing of the impugned order. Refer to the complaint as Exhibit “H”.”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“o. The Appellant further states that the Respondent is seeking more time to complete the project at the cost of causing mental trauma and harassment to the Appellant who has waited for more than 12 years to see project completion, which proves the negligent, unreasonable and malafide conduct of the Respondent in usurping the hard earned monies of the Appellant and evading delivery of their promises.
p. The Appellant states that the Respondent has now come up with a novel reason of COVID 19 pandemic for not fulfilling their obligation to handover possession of the said flat. The fact that the Respondent has taken shelter of COVID 19 shows an ulterior motive to delay the project even more and thereby cause grave injustice to the Appellant since 85% of the project was completed in 2013 itself as admitted by the Respondent in their letter dated 2nd April 2013 (Exhibit “F”) and the pandemic struck the nation in 2020. Therefore, the reasons given by the Respondent for delay are false, frivolous and got up and made without any ground and merit. The Respondent also falsely promised the Hon’ble Authority to complete the project by end of December 2024, which was also unfulfilled, proving their pattern of false assurances.
q. In the circumstances aforesaid, seeing no light at the end of the tunnel and being aggrieved and dissatisfied by the conduct of the Respondent, the Appellant had preferred a complaint being No. CC 006 000 000 171 502 under the provisions of the RERA Act before the Hon’ble Authority. A copy of the complaint is annexed herewith and marked as Exhibit “H” for reference. The matter was finally decided by the Hon’ble Authority and the Impugned Order came to be passed.”
Step 8: Legal grounds
We create independent grounds to show breach of contract and violation of the law.
So we give the following prompt:
“Generate paragraph 6 and Section 7 (GROUNDS) for a RERA appellate tribunal appeal. The tone should be formal, legal, and structured exactly like a standard appellate pleading.
In paragraph 6, begin by stating that the Appellant is aggrieved and dissatisfied by a part of the Impugned Order and is filing the present appeal specifically against that part, without prejudice to other available grounds.
In Section 7, titled ‘GROUNDS:’, generate subpoints (a) to (g) as follows:
a. Mention that the Respondent failed to handover possession within the promised or a reasonable time.
b. Argue that the Authority erred by not applying the principle of intelligible differentia and reasonable nexus while computing the date from which compensation is due.
c. State that the Authority violated the principle of reasonable classification in determining the interest payment date.
d. Point out that the Authority failed to assess what a reasonable completion period would be for a prudent developer.
e. Claim that part of the Impugned Order is erroneous, contrary to law, and causes miscarriage of justice.
f. Emphasize that the Authority ignored the actual conduct of the parties and failed to exercise equitable jurisdiction properly.
g. Conclude that the Impugned Order is bad in law, arbitrary, and reflects non application of mind, making it liable to be quashed.
Keep language legally accurate, concise, and matching appellate drafting style.”
This is the result generated by Claude:
6. Being aggrieved and dissatisfied by a part of the Impugned order, the Appellant begs to prefer the present appeal against a part of the Impugned order on the following grounds amongst others which are without prejudice to one another:
7. GROUNDS:
a. That the Respondent had failed to handover the possession of the flat neither within the promised date nor within a reasonable period of time;
b. That the Hon’ble Authority has failed to apply the principle of intelligible differentia and reasonable nexus in determining the commencement date for computing the compensation for each month’s delay in handing over possession of the said flat under the provisions of the Act;
c. That the Hon’ble Authority has violated the principle of reasonable classification under law in determining the date for computing the payment of interest for each month’s delay in handing over possession of the said flat under the provisions of the Act;
d. That the Hon’ble Authority has failed to take into consideration a reasonable period for completing the project by a man of ordinary prudence;
e. That a part of the Impugned Order is erroneous on the face of it contrary to the established principles of law and has occasioned grave miscarriage of justice;
f. The Hon’ble Authority failed to appreciate that a part of the order as passed amounts to a miscarriage of justice and amounted to the Hon’ble Authority shutting its eyes to the ground realities and conduct of the parties while exercising equity jurisdiction;
g. That a part of the Impugned Order is otherwise illegal, bad in law, arbitrary and demonstrates complete non application of mind and as such is liable to be quashed and set aside.”
Step 9: Specific prayer clause
It is essential to seek specific, substantive relief to protect Ramesh.
So we give the following prompt:
“Generate paragraphs 8 to 11 of a RERA Form ‘C’ appeal as filed before the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal.
In Paragraph 8, titled “RELIEFS SOUGHT,” begin by referring to facts in para 5 and grounds in para 7, and then list the following reliefs as subpoints:
a. Call for papers and proceedings of Complaint No. CC 006 000 000 171 502 and set aside a part of the Impugned Order.
b. Direct the Respondent and all related persons to pay reasonable compensation at SBI MCLR + 2% from April 2014 till actual possession, based on the Statement of Claim annexed as Exhibit “I”.
c. Grant a mandatory injunction for handing over possession of the flat.
d. Restrain Respondent from creating third party rights or encumbrances in the said flat.
e. Grant costs.
f. Any other relief as the Tribunal may deem fit.
In Paragraph 9, include a declaration that the matter is not pending before any court or tribunal.
In Paragraph 10, mention the fee paid under Rule 9:
- Amount: Rs. 5,059/-
- Mode: NEFT
In Paragraph 11, list enclosures:
- A certified copy of the impugned order
- All annexures referred in the appeal
- Index of documents”
This is the result generated by Claude:
“8. RELIEFS SOUGHT:
In view of the Facts stated in paragraph no. 5 and the Grounds in paragraph no. 7, the Appellant prays for the following reliefs:
a. That this Hon’ble Appellate Tribunal be pleased to call for the entire papers and proceedings in respect of the Complaint no. CC 006 000 000 171 502 leading to the Impugned order passed by the Hon’ble Authority and after examining the legality and propriety thereof, be pleased to set aside a part of the Impugned order.
b. That this Hon’ble Appellate Tribunal be pleased to order and direct the Respondent, its partners, servants, agents and any other person claiming through them or under them to pay reasonable compensation at the rate of SBI MCLR + 2% for every year of delay computed from April 2014 till the date of possession of the flat to the Appellant as per Statement of Claim annexed as Exhibit “I” as per the said Agreement and as per the MahaRERA Rules and Regulations of the Act.
c. That this Hon’ble Appellate Tribunal be pleased to order and direct the Respondent, its partners, servants, agents and any other person claiming through them or under them by way of a mandatory injunction to hand over the said flat to the Appellant;
d. That this Hon’ble Appellate Tribunal be pleased to restrain the Respondent, its partners, servants, agents and any other person claiming through them or under them from creating any third party rights and/or encumbrances in the flat;
e. For costs;
f. For such further and other reliefs as this Hon’ble Appellate Tribunal may deem fit and proper.”
9. Matter not pending with any other court, etc.: The Appellant further declares that the matter regarding which this appeal has been made is not pending before any court of law or any other Authority or any other Tribunal(s).
10. Particulars of the fee in terms of sub rule A (1) of rule 9: (i) Amount: Rs. 5,059/- (ii) Mode: NEFT
11. List of Enclosures: (i) An attested true copy of the order against which the Appeal is filed. (ii) Copies of the documents relied upon by the Appellant and referred to in the Appeal. (iii) An index of documents.”
Finally, you can ask Claude to collate all the results and share the final draft with you.
This is the final draft generated by Claude
Once the draft is generated, you can make manual edits as needed and finalize it.
This is the final draft, with manual edits made in red.
Conclusion
“But here is what I want you to remember, Aditi,” I continued. “AI did not replace our legal judgement, it enhanced it. We still had to understand RERA law, develop the legal strategy, and take responsibility for the outcome.”
“I see that now, madam. The AI handled the repetitive formatting and research, but we provided the legal thinking, the timeline contradictions, the registration fraud arguments.”
“Precisely. By breaking down the process into clear steps, formatting, jurisdiction, factual narrative, legal grounds, and prayers, we turned AI into our smart assistant. It handled the heavy lifting while we focused on winning strategy.”
AI is transforming legal practice whether we like it or not,” I told Aditi as we wrapped up. “Lawyers who master AI assisted drafting will provide better and faster service at lower costs, making justice accessible to everyone who deserves it.”
“But never forget that you remain the lawyer who understands the client’s pain, develops a winning strategy, and fights for justice.”
“The question is not whether AI will change how we practice law. The question is: will you embrace this change to better serve your clients?”
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- Can AI alone draft a legally sound RERA appeal?
AI can generate a well structured draft with proper formatting and legal terminology, but it requires human oversight. You must provide specific prompts tailored to your case and verify the output for legal accuracy, compliance with state RERA rules (e.g., Maharashtra’s Form C), and alignment with the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. Always review for factual consistency and local court practices, as AI may produce generic or incorrect content without proper guidance.
- What are the key elements to prove in a RERA appeal for delayed possession?
You must establish: (1) a valid Agreement for Sale with a promised possession date, (2) the promoter’s breach (e.g., failure to deliver by April 2014), (3) your status as an allottee under RERA, (4) financial or mental distress caused by the delay, and (5) the inadequacy of the RERA authority’s order (e.g., incorrect interest calculation).
- How do I protect client confidentiality when using AI for drafting?
Avoid inputting sensitive client details (e.g., names, addresses) into public AI tools like Claude, as they may store data on external servers, risking breaches under the Bar Council of India Rules. Use placeholders (e.g., “[Appellant Name]”) and manually add client details post drafting.
- Can junior lawyers or students use AI for RERA appeals?
Yes, AI is an excellent tool for learning and drafting, as it ensures comprehensive coverage and proper formatting. However, supervision by a senior lawyer is essential to verify legal strategy, state specific rules, and case nuances. AI cannot replace judgment on complex issues like “intelligible differentia” or tribunal expectations.
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