Lawyers in India
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Bhoumick Vaidya
Partner
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Bhushan Shah
Partner
Mansukhlal Hiralal & Company
Bindiya Raichura
Partner, Juris Corp (Mumbai)
Juris Corp
Binita Hathi
Binita Hathi is unequivocally acknowledged as one of the most distinguished legal professionals in the field of shipping arbitration and shipping law in India. She has been consistently ranked as a ‘Leading Individual’ by The Legal 500 since 2005—a testament to her unwavering dedication, exceptional acumen, and consistent delivery of favorable outcomes across complex maritime disputes. With a formidable reputation grounded in two decades of preeminence, Ms. Hathi’s legal career reflects an enduring commitment to excellence in shipping-related dispute resolution and commercial arbitration. Ms. Hathi’s distinguished qualifications firmly position her among the top echelons of India’s legal fraternity. She is a qualified solicitor in India and holds a Master’s degree in Law. Furthermore, she is an Advocate-on-Record (AoR) of the Supreme Court of India, a credential achieved through a rigorous examination and a requisite prerequisite for representing clients before the apex judicial forum in the country. Her principal office is based in Mumbai, yet her practice spans the entirety of India, handling cases across diverse jurisdictions with seamless proficiency. Since the inception of her career, she has focused her legal practice predominantly on shipping arbitration and maritime law—fields in which she commands unparalleled experience, having acted for a wide range of Indian and international clients on critical and high-value matters. Leadership Role at Brus Chambers: A Vanguard of Dispute Resolution Ms. Hathi is a senior partner and co-head of the dispute resolution practice at Brus Chambers, a premier Indian law firm known globally for its exceptional maritime and arbitration practice. She leads both domestic and cross-border commercial arbitration and litigation matters with nuanced expertise and a solutions-driven approach. Her core areas of specialization include: Shipping Litigation and Arbitration: Handling disputes involving ship arrests, charter party claims, cargo disputes, marine insurance issues, collisions, salvage, and general average matters across Indian ports and other international jurisdictions. Commercial Dispute Resolution: Expertise in representing clients in intricate commercial disputes, often involving multi-jurisdictional and cross-border elements. Infrastructure and Contractual Disputes: Advising on complex contractual arrangements and acting in related litigation and arbitration concerning infrastructure, EPC projects, and logistics sectors. Comprehensive Arbitration Expertise Across Institutional and Ad Hoc Forums Ms. Hathi possesses deep-rooted experience in representing clients in both institutional and ad hoc arbitrations under nearly all significant international and domestic arbitration rules and frameworks. These include: International Arbitral Institutions: Representation under the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA), Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC), Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC), Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), International Court of Justice (ICJ), OHADA (CCJA), and American Arbitration Association (AAA). Domestic Arbitration: Advocacy before the Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA) and various high courts and tribunals across India. Ad Hoc Arbitrations: With profound command over various arbitration rules, she has led numerous successful proceedings tailored to client-specific needs and dispute contours. Ms. Hathi’s ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes is complemented by her long-standing collaborations with global arbitration experts. Whether seated in India or a foreign jurisdiction, her arbitration strategies and procedural mastery ensure optimal resolution of even the most sophisticated matters. What sets Ms. Hathi apart is her rare combination of rigorous legal scholarship and practical problem-solving. Her client-centric philosophy emphasizes not merely advocacy in adversarial settings but also strategic advisory roles in pre-dispute risk mitigation, amicable settlement negotiations, and enforcement of arbitral awards. She has a demonstrated track record of successfully representing clients in high-value arbitrations and mediations while also securing interim and final reliefs through Indian courts. She is particularly adept at rendering contractual advice for maritime transactions, infrastructure projects, logistics operations, and port development arrangements. Her broad-based maritime experience includes not only litigation and arbitration but also transactional advisory and contract structuring—making her a one-stop solution for clients navigating the complexities of shipping laws. Clients value her for her clarity, foresight, and incisive judgment in multi-jurisdictional legal frameworks. She is consistently retained as lead counsel in high-stakes commercial and shipping disputes involving foreign laws and international tribunals. Thought Leadership and Scholarly Contributions Ms. Hathi has made significant contributions to the legal literature, particularly in areas of maritime and arbitration law. She is the co-author of several authoritative legal texts, including: International Arbitration – A treatise analyzing arbitration mechanisms, procedural conduct, and enforcement strategies. Maritime Practice in India – A comprehensive guide to the legal landscape surrounding maritime trade, shipping operations, and admiralty practice in India. Ship Arrest in India and Admiralty Laws of India – Widely regarded as the definitive legal text on ship arrest procedures and the evolution of admiralty jurisdiction under Indian law. Her scholarly writings reflect her deep understanding of both doctrinal law and its real-world application. These works are frequently cited by practitioners, judges, and arbitrators and are integral to the academic and professional maritime law corpus. In addition to her professional experience, Ms. Hathi has undertaken advanced legal education at globally recognized institutions: Government Law College, Mumbai: Completed her law and masters in law from Mumbai AOR Supreme Court of India: Enrolled with the Supreme Court of India as Advocate on Record, Her principal office is based in Mumbai, yet her practice spans the entirety of India, handling cases across diverse jurisdictions with seamless proficiency. Harvard University: Completed the intensive program on law. Leiden University, Netherlands: Undertook advanced studies on The Arbitration of International Disputes, covering dispute resolution through international courts and tribunals, including the ICJ, ICSID, and others. These programs have enriched her perspective on international legal standards and arbitration best practices, further sharpening her already formidable expertise. Brus Chambers: A Leading International Arbitration Firm Under Ms. Hathi’s strategic guidance, Brus Chambers has become a powerhouse in the realm of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), particularly in maritime and infrastructure disputes. The firm’s commitment to delivering innovative, efficient, and effective legal solutions ensures that its clients are not only well-represented but also benefit from outcome-oriented strategies that mitigate legal and financial risk. The firm’s expertise extends to all aspects of ADR, including arbitration, mediation, conciliation, and expert determination. With Ms. Hathi at the helm of the arbitration practice, Brus Chambers has earned a global reputation for excellence and reliability. Why Clients Choose Binita Hathi Proven Leadership: Over 18 years of consistent recognition by The Legal 500 as a ‘Leading Individual’. International Arbitration Expertise: Familiarity with virtually every major international arbitration regime. Strategic Resolution: Proven ability to navigate and resolve the most high-stakes disputes with precision and diplomacy. Thought Leader: Co-author of the most authoritative legal publications on maritime and arbitration law in India. Tailored Client Service: Unmatched ability to craft solutions aligned with both international standards and client-specific objectives. For clients and collaborators seeking excellence in shipping arbitration, maritime law, and cross-border dispute resolution, Binita Hathi offers unmatched credentials, deep insight, and a client-first approach that consistently delivers favorable outcomes. Her leadership at Brus Chambers underscores a legacy of legal brilliance and strategic foresight in international arbitration
BRUS CHAMBERS, Advocates & Solicitors
Binsy Susan
Partner
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Brijita Prakash
Brijita’s primary practice area is property laws. She has extensive experience in title diligence and transaction advisory in the real estate sector. Most of the prominent developers and builders in the State of Karnataka are represented by Ms. Brijita. She is valued for her in-depth understanding of the issues relating to title, urban development, litigation concerns and issues arising out of customary practices in the real estate sector. Brijita handles the entire transaction from the stage of preliminary review of title to documentation preparation, finalization and closing of the transaction. Brijita has enormous experience in the renewable sector, in advising relating to land aggregation and compliance for power generation. She has represented many marquee clients in this sector and has contributed to the development of various renewable power plants (solar and wind) in the State of Karnataka. Brijita also advises extensively in compliance to RERA and consumer laws, relating to the real estate sector. Given her litigation experience (for a decade) in the past, she is well versed with the issues that arise in matters concerning consumer disputes and regulatory compliance. She provides her counsel on resolution of disputes and also provides opinion on litigation matters in the real estate sector. Brijita is a ranked lawyer by Legal500 and Chambers Asia-Pacific. She has also been recognised as ‘Star Women Lawyer of the Year’ at the 4th Annual Legal Era Women in Law Excellence Awards 2022. She has also been recognised as Top Female Lawyers 2023 and leading individual by the Legal 500 – Asia Pacific, India (Real Estate & Construction).
JSA Advocates & Solicitors
Celia Jenkins
Celia Jenkins joined Tuli & Co in 2006 and heads the Firm’s non-contentious practice. She specialises in insurance regulatory advisory, product development, and commercial work for Insurers, Reinsurers, intermediaries, as well as general clients. Her insurance regulatory practice spans end-to-end market entry and distribution strategies, product development across all lines of business, ongoing compliance support (including regulatory audits and checklists, and reinsurance advisory for entities operating in India and the GIFT City. She also advises Insurers and intermediaries on regulatory enforcement actions and provides strategic support in appeals before the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT). Her commercial advisory practice includes conducting due diligences, advising on RBI and FEMA regulations for cross-border insurance transactions, labour law, and structuring advice for insurance ventures. Celia’s practice has been consistently recommended by various reputed legal directories and rankings, and some of the significant mentions include: Celia has been recognised as a leading practitioner for insurance law in India for the past several years by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. She is recognised consistently under the various editions of the India Business Law Journal including a client testimonial which mentions that Celia knows the ins and outs of “not just the legal and regulatory framework of matters, but also the practical aspects of many industry practices and unwritten rules”. Chambers and Partners, Asia-Pacific (2025 edition) records a client’s testimonial stating: “Celia's strong technical ability is matched by her practical experience and understanding of the insurance and reinsurance regulatory environment in India.” She is ranked in the category of “Leading Partner” by The Legal 500, Asia Pacific, as a Band 2 lawyer in the latest Chambers and Partners, Asia-Pacific (2025), and is recognised as a “Thought Leader” in the category of Insurance & Reinsurance by Lexology. Clients describe her as having “a wealth of industry knowledge and practices” (The Legal 500, Asia Pacific, 2024) and “approachable, quick and clear in her advice and turnaround time…” (Chambers and Partners, Asia Pacific, 2023).
Tuli & Co
Chaitanya Kaushik
Associate Partner
DMD Advocates
Chanakya Bhavsar
Managing advocate at Mahendra Bhavsar & Co. He acts as principal lawyer with this Gujarat-focused law firm, having offices in Ahmedabad and Surat. Mr. Bhavsar has wide experience in dealing with matters concerning cross-border disputes, due diligence and documentation. He extensively advises on litigation, arbitration, foreign investments, trade marks, IT, commercial and corporate issues from both domestic and international perspectives. Has been an advisor to several domestic and international entities and HNIs, including foreign government authorities and foreign law firms. He has represented clients before the Gujarat High Court in various litigations, writs and appeals and also before the Supreme Court of India and has a strong practice on the domestic front. His recent assignments include advising on matters related to anti-suit injunctions, international commercial arbitration, FDI and corporate law, international trade disputes, issues related to interpretation of DTAA, enforcing and defending the enforceability of foreign awards and foreign decrees, conducting due diligence and structuring of real estate and foreign investment projects. He has advised the Hon’ble Lord Patel of Blackburn, the London Borough Council, the World Bank Group and several other foreign entities and HNIs on issues pertaining to Indian law.
Mahendra Bhavsar & Co
Chandan P. Kini
PartnerWith over 18 years of experience, Chandan specialises in General Corporate and advisory as well as Employment matters. Chandan also handles real estate matters. Chandan is also experienced in mergers and acquisitions and private equity matters and routinely assists clients in these matters.
Krishnamurthy and Co
Chandni Chawla
Chandni Chawla is an Associate Partner with the New Delhi office of Phoenix Legal. She is part of the corporate practice group of the firm and focuses on foreign direct investments, M&As, joint ventures, restructuring, general corporate and commercial matters.
Phoenix Legal
Chandrima Mitra
Partner
DSK Legal
Chetan Saxena
Senior Associate
Sagus Legal
Chirag Jain
Associate Partner
DSK Legal
Chitranshul Sinha
Partner
Dua Associates
Clarence Anthony
Clarence Anthony is the founder of Clarence & Partners and a senior corporate and transactional lawyer with close to 20 years of experience advising founders, funds, investors and institutional clients on complex transactions, investments and special situations. He is recognised for combining deep transactional expertise with a technology‑led, systems‑driven approach to legal delivery. Clarence advises on: Private M&A and strategic acquisitions, Private equity and venture capital investments, Shareholder arrangements and exits, Fund‑level and platform advisory, Special situations and transaction‑linked disputes, Senior employment, ESOPs and founder arrangements, and Data‑driven and technology‑led business models. Clarence is known for a strategy‑led and execution‑focused style of practice, shaped by senior law firm and in‑house experience. He approaches transactions and disputes through a commercial lens, with a strong emphasis on risk allocation, long‑term outcomes and business continuity. As the founder of an AI‑native law firm, Clarence has led the design and implementation of systematised legal workflows integrating proprietary legal memory platforms and advanced AI reasoning models. This allows him to focus on high‑value negotiation, structuring and judgment, while technology enables rigorous validation, document analysis and consistency across matters. Clients value his ability to simplify complex problems, manage stakeholder dynamics and deliver advice that is both legally robust and operationally pragmatic. He is frequently instructed by technology‑focused companies, investment platforms and funds operating in regulated and data‑intensive environments.
Clarence & Partners
Cyril Shroff
Managing Partner
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
DEVENDER KUMAR
Devender has over 15 years of experience in the field of GST, Foreign Trade Policy, DGFT, RBI, FEMA, and Customs related matters. He is providing legal and professional consultancy services in the field of Indirect taxation, FEMA, Commercial Laws etc. His core areas of expertise are Foreign Trade Policy which include opinion and consultancy in the field of Import and Export related matters, presenting the case in PRC (Policy Relaxation Committee); issuance of Advance Authorization for duty free import of Raw Materials, EPCG authorization for duty free import of Capital Goods, MEIS authorization the exports incentives for goods exporters, ROSL, SEIS authorization the exports incentives for service exporters; DGFT related matter which includes filling of Appeal, Filling of Review Application, and issuance of Restricted Import and Exports authorization, issuance of permission towards exports of SCOMET items.
LEGALLANDS LLP
Daizy Chawla
Managing Partner Head- Corporate and Tax Practice Group and Intellectual Property Practice Group
S&A Law Offices
Darshan Upadhyay
Darshan is a founding and the Managing Partner of Stratage Law Partners. He has over 20 years of experience covering varied areas of practice. He has advised several Fortune 500 companies in the world and continues to advise funds and multinationals on aspects like India entry, acquisitions, joint ventures and other commercial transactions. His expertise in exchange control regulations, SEBI and general corporate law is an added advantage on evaluating, structuring and implementing some of the most complex transactions, shareholders dispute and insolvency matters. He has acted for clients across sectors, such as, healthcare, pharma, hospitality, logistic, financial services, aviation and IT. He serves as an independent director on the boards of several companies. He is investor and mentor to few startups. He is also a president of Mumbai chapter of Indian Lawyers Association.
Stratage Law
Deeksha Manchanda
Partner - Competition Practice & Data Privacy
Chandhiok & Mahajan, Advocates and Solicitors
Deepti Bhat
Partner
Kochhar & Co.
Deepto Roy
Partner
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Delano Furtado
Partner - Corporate Practice
Trilegal