Lawyers in India
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Janhavi Joshi
Senior Associate
Spice Route Legal
Jaspreet Sareen
Partner
Dua Associates
Jatin Aneja
National Practice Head Projects & Project Finance
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Jatin Kochhar
Partner & Practice Co-Chair – Transnational Litigation & International Arbitration | Public Law, Regulatory & Policy | Corporate Advisory, Governance & Compliance | Sports & Gaming Laws | IPR & TMT
Clavius Legal
Jatin Pore
Partner
DSK Legal
Jay Wardhan Badola
Partner
Dua Associates
Jayaprakash Padmanaban
Partner
Fox Mandal & Associates
Jayesh H
Co-Founder, Juris Corp (Mumbai)
Juris Corp
Jeevanandham Rajagopal
Partner
Fox Mandal & Associates
Jhinook Roy
Partner
Veritas Legal
Jimisha Dalal
Managing Director
Singularity Legal
Jitendra Bohra
Associate Partner
Royzz & Co. Attorneys at Law
Jitendra Soni
Partner
Argus Partners
Jonathon Solomon
Senior Partner
Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors
Joni Oraon
Ms. Joni Oraon, Legal Analyst at Brus Chambers, is an exceptionally accomplished legal professional whose practice is firmly rooted in the highly specialised and complex domain of maritime and shipping law, with a particular emphasis on litigation and arbitration. Her reputation as a formidable shipping and arbitration expert is well-established among clients and peers, both within India and internationally. Known for her unwavering commitment to excellence, Ms. Oraon brings strategic depth and sectoral precision to each mandate, consistently delivering results that are both legally sound and commercially astute. She is ranked as the Leading Associate for shipping and arbitration work in India by Legal500. Her practice extends across the entire gamut of admiralty, shipping, and marine-related commercial disputes. Ms. Oraon possesses a remarkable ability to distill intricate legal and factual issues, providing clients with pragmatic and result-oriented solutions in contentious and transactional maritime matters. Her nuanced understanding of the shipping industry’s commercial realities further enhances the strength of her advocacy. Core Competencies in Admiralty and Maritime Law Ms. Oraon commands particular distinction in handling matters involving arrest and release of vessels at Indian ports, an area where procedural precision and strategic timing are crucial. Whether acting for claimants seeking to secure maritime claims through urgent arrest proceedings, or defending shipowners against wrongful arrest actions, she ensures that client rights are vigorously protected in accordance with the Admiralty Act and relevant procedural laws. She is routinely engaged for disputes arising under bills of lading, charter party agreements (both time and voyage charters), and bunker supply contracts. Her ability to interpret intricate charterparty clauses and advise on demurrage, off-hire events, and “deemed earned” freight provisions has earned her significant recognition. Her advisory extends to FOB and CIF contracts, letters of credit disputes, and claims concerning breach of obligations such as safe port warranties, seaworthiness, and unauthorised delivery of cargo. Ms. Oraon also handles marine insurance disputes involving cargo damage, short delivery, and coverage disputes under various insurance policies. Her portfolio includes representation in claims under “through” bills of lading and multi-modal transport documents. Her clients include cargo interests, shipowners, charterers, P&I Clubs, freight forwarders, and maritime insurers. Her experience in shipbuilding and repair disputes, as well as in contentious sale and purchase transactions of vessels, reflects her expertise in both transactional advisory and dispute resolution. She has successfully advised on contractual breaches involving delay in delivery, specification defects, and performance warranties in ship construction and repair contracts. Arbitration and Litigation Practice Ms. Oraon is widely regarded for her adept handling of shipping arbitration, including LMAA and ad hoc arbitrations, as well as proceedings before institutional tribunals. She represents clients in disputes involving P&I settlements, enforcement of security under mortgage deeds, and arbitration clauses embedded in carriage, chartering, or shipbuilding contracts. Her litigation practice complements her arbitration expertise. She regularly appears before High Courts in admiralty jurisdictions and has played a key role in shipping-related civil suits, maritime lien enforcement, cargo loss claims, and ship finance disputes. Her familiarity with procedural law and substantive maritime principles enables her to advance her clients' cases with clarity and confidence. Further, Ms. Oraon is proficient in port infrastructure disputes and marine terminal project arbitrations. Her practice includes advising on port regulations, EPC contracts for marine works, and port-user concession agreements. She regularly advises on marine asset financing, ship registration, flagging issues, and regulatory clearances for vessel operations in Indian waters. Sectoral Distinction and Recognition Ms. Oraon’s grasp of core maritime doctrines—such as maritime liens, demurrage and laytime, safe port warranties, and seaworthiness—positions her as a sectoral expert. She is lauded for her meticulous approach, particularly in ship arrest matters and in arbitrations concerning complex technical facts. Clients trust her to navigate legal terrain involving: Maritime claims and liens Seaworthiness and safety compliance Marine insurance loss and indemnity Demurrage and delay analysis Shipbuilding quality and delivery disputes Infrastructure Arbitration and Commercial Projects Ms. Oraon extends her expertise into infrastructure arbitration, particularly in marine and port infrastructure projects. She advises on construction contracts, development agreements, and disputes under PPP and BOT models. Her understanding of financing structures and regulatory frameworks relevant to infrastructure and maritime logistics adds significant value to her representations. Ms. Joni Oraon is an indispensable member of the dispute resolution and shipping practice at Brus Chambers. Her exceptional legal insight, coupled with her diligence and strategic clarity, make her one of the most capable and respected practitioners in the field of maritime and shipping law. She is available for advisory, drafting, strategic dispute resolution, and representation in litigation and arbitration, both in India and globally.
BRUS CHAMBERS, Advocates & Solicitors
Junaira Rahman
Partner
Samvad Partners
Justin Bharucha
Partner
Bharucha & Partners
Jyoti Kumar Chaudhary
Senior Partner
Hammurabi & Solomon Partners
Jyoti Pande
Partner Principal Practice Areas: Banking & Finance Corporate Law Advised multilateral and bilateral financial institutions in their debt and/or equity investments in public (listed and unlisted) and private Indian companies. Also advised Indian financial institutions, domestic and international banks, corporate borrowers and overseas export credit agencies on financing transactions, issues relating to banking & finance and foreign exchange laws and regulations. In addition, also advised multilateral financial institution in multiple clean development mechanism projects in India
Dua Associates
Jyoti Sagar
Chairman & Founder
JSA Advocates & Solicitors
Jyotsna Chaturvedi
For over 15 years, Ms. Jyotsna has been helping businesses navigate the intricate world of corporate law and build lasting partnerships. Her work spans mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures (JV), corporate restructuring, venture capital, private equity, and foreign collaborations, particularly in technological partnerships where innovation and intellectual property intersect. She has a strong track record of facilitating cross-border transactions and advising clients on patent and copyright matters, ensuring that businesses protect their most valuable assets. Ms. Jyotsna is skilled at drafting and negotiating key agreements such as Shareholders’ Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Technology Licensing Agreements, and Employment Contracts. She has guided companies through compliance and regulatory challenges across India and advised on matters under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), helping foreign businesses establish a strong foothold in the Indian market. Her expertise extends to employment law, where she advises businesses on workplace policies, contracts, and dispute resolution. Ms. Jyotsna is deeply involved in the emerging field of Green Hydrogen, where she has contributed to research studies in collaboration with IIT Roorkee, advising on legal and regulatory issues related to this cutting-edge industry.
Maheshwari & Co. Advocates & Legal Consultants
K.A. Najmi
Mr. K.A. Najmi is presently a Partner in Link Legal ILS, a full service Law Firm as part of the Banking and Finance team of the Firm. He holds a Master’s degree in law from Bombay University with specialisation in commercial laws. He has more than 30 years of experience. He has served in the Legal Department, Reserve Bank of India (1979-2000) on various positions. He was involved in the drafting and implementation of Exchange Control Regulations. He Joined IFCI Ltd., as Chief General Manager Law and worked there between 2000/2004.
Dentons Link Legal
Kajal Tandon
Counsel
DMD Advocates
Kanchan Shivkar
Partner, Gagrats, Mumbai.
Gagrats