Lawyers

Asma Maryam

Independent

A dynamic corporate and commercial law professional, she holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the London School of Economics (LSE), where she specialised in International Financial Regulation, Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring in Europe, and Financial Crime. Her academic training is complemented by practical experience gained through prestigious internships at global firms such as Baker McKenzie and leading Indian institutions including Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, along with roles in prominent legal chambers and law offices. As Notes Editor for the LSE Law Review, she developed strong analytical and research skills, examining complex legal trends and emerging regulatory challenges. Her areas of expertise include regulatory compliance, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and navigating complex legal frameworks within the technology and financial sectors. She has also presented research on developments in Indian merger control and acquisition regulation, contributing to important legal discussions in the field. She holds a BA LL.B. from Symbiosis International University and certifications in advanced legal research. With a strategic and adaptable approach to legal problem-solving, she focuses on aligning legal strategy with business innovation and aims to support organisations in building resilient legal frameworks that enable sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving global market.

Astha Garg

Innovatus Law

Adv. Astha Garg is a commercial litigator and corporate strategist, and a Partner at Innovatus Law. She advises public sector undertakings, startups, and small and medium enterprises on a wide range of legal and commercial matters, delivering pragmatic, business-first solutions tailored to sector-specific needs. With a practice that combines dispute resolution with corporate advisory, she focuses on helping businesses navigate legal complexities with clarity and strategic foresight. Drawing on her experience in commercial litigation and corporate strategy, Astha Garg brings together courtroom advocacy and practical business insight to support clients across different stages of growth. Her approach emphasises cost-effective legal solutions, strategic risk assessment, and holistic advice designed to help organisations manage disputes, strengthen compliance, and pursue sustainable expansion.

Avesh Kayser

Kayser & Company

With over 25 years of dedicated practice in intellectual property law, Mr. Kayser has guided clients through some of the most complex and high-stakes matters in the field. His career spans both civil and criminal IP litigation, with a particular depth of experience in anti-counterfeiting actions, brand enforcement, and rights protection across diverse industries. While he has successfully represented clients in several cases, Mr. Kayser is known less for chasing headlines and more for his unwavering commitment to the work itself. His approach is rooted in deep preparation, strategic clarity, and a belief that every matter, no matter its size, deserves equal attention and care. Over the years, Mr. Kayser has earned the trust of multinational corporations, leading Indian businesses, and creative professionals alike. Yet, he remains grounded in the view that law is ultimately about service and helping clients safeguard what they have built, and enabling them to innovate and grow with confidence. Mr. Kayser takes pride in working as an extension of his clients, providing support and guidance that reflect the trust, commitment, and insight of an in-house partner rather than an external advisor. Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Kayser contributes to the legal community through mentoring younger practitioners and sharing insights, all with the quiet conviction that knowledge is meant to be passed on, not hoarded.

Ayush Abdul Haq

ABS Partners Legal Consultants LLC

Ayush Abdul Haq is a Legal Associate at ABS Partners Legal Consultants LLC, United Arab Emirates. His practice focuses on Corporate & Commercial and Intellectual Property law, with particular experience advising on cross-border legal matters between India and the UAE. He regularly assists clients with international business structuring, trademark and IP protection, and cross-jurisdictional data transfer compliance. With nearly 3 years of experience working with corporate law firms in India and the UAE, Ayush has managed international trademark registrations and IP portfolios, drawing on his understanding of WIPO regulations and global brand protection strategies. He has also supported corporate due diligence in share acquisitions and regularly drafts and reviews commercial agreements and legal documentation, helping clients ensure regulatory compliance and safeguard their business interests.

Bini Saroj

ABS Partners Legal Consultants LLC

With an exceptional career spanning over 27 years, Ms. Bini Saroj is a highly respected Legal Consultant and Arbitrator, renowned for her expertise in UAE laws. Specializing in corporate and commercial litigation, banking and finance, construction laws, insurance and real estate laws, Ms. Bini has established herself as a leading legal professional in the UAE. An accomplished arbitrator, Ms. Bini, has a wealth of experience in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), delivering favorable outcomes in intricate and high-stake cases. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), her expertise in arbitration is recognized globally.. She holds a BAL-LLB, LLM, a Master’s in Public Administration, and a Master’s in Intellectual Property Laws, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and legal excellence. Her unparalleled combination of practical experience and academic proficiency positions Ms. Bini Saroj as a key figure in the UAE’s legal landscape, providing insightful guidance and innovative solutions across its intricate legal frameworks.

Chinmayee Sahoo

Roots Cyber Law Firm

Chinmayee Sahoo is an Advocate and Data Privacy Professional with over seven years of experience in Cyber Law, Data Protection Compliance, Technology Laws, Corporate Advisory, Employment Laws, and Commercial Litigation. She specializes in advising organizations on compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), and global privacy frameworks, including GDPR principles. She has significant experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Vendor Agreements, Technology and SaaS Agreements, Employment Contracts, and Consultancy Agreements. Chinmayee has extensive expertise in drafting and implementing corporate policies and governance frameworks, including Privacy Policies, Data Protection Policies, Information Security Policies, Employee Handbooks, Whistle Blower Policies, Code of Conduct, Acceptable Use Policies, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policies, Incident Response Plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Policies and procedures. She is a DSCI Certified Privacy Lead Assessor (DCPLA), Certified Data Protection Officer (DPO), and Certified POSH Trainer and is associated with the SHe-Box (Sexual Harassment Electronic Box), Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, as a POSH Trainer. She regularly conducts POSH awareness programmes, workplace investigations, and compliance trainings for organizations across various sectors. She has successfully assisted organizations in implementing privacy and compliance frameworks, handling complex cyber incidents, managing workplace investigations, and mitigating legal, operational, and reputational risks.

Deepadnya Dilip Walanj

Independent

A practising lawyer at the Bombay High Court in Mumbai, she maintains a broad-based litigation practice spanning family law, property disputes, commercial matters, indirect tax litigation, and start-up advisory. Her professional work is deeply rooted in courtroom advocacy, where she regularly appears before courts and tribunals, briefs senior counsel, assists solicitors, and engages extensively in complex drafting, case strategy, and trial preparation. Precision, preparation, and strategic perspective guide every matter she undertakes. Beyond active litigation, she is equally committed to the development of the legal profession. She has been invited to deliver lectures, workshops, and masterclasses for lawyers, law students, and professionals across India, focusing on practical litigation skills, career navigation, and the realities of legal practice that are rarely addressed in traditional academic settings. Her work also reflects a strong commitment to access to justice, highlighted by her TEDx Talk on Universal Legal Aid, where she examined structural gaps in legal support for underprivileged communities. She has also appeared on the podcast *What’s Your Mantra?*, discussing Media and Law in India and analysing the evolving relationship between legal institutions, press freedom, and digital platforms. Across litigation, teaching, and thought leadership, her work is guided by the belief that law, when practised with competence and conscience, remains one of society’s most powerful instruments for justice and progress.

Dimple Merchant

I.V. Merchant & Co.

Ms. Dimple Merchant is an Advocate and Solicitor at the Bombay High Court and a Partner at I.V. Merchant & Co. in Mumbai. With over a decade and a half of professional experience in both litigation and non-litigation matters, she specialises in strategising complex legal solutions. Her areas of specialisation include Commercial Litigation, where Sol. Dimple Merchant represents clients in disputes involving contracts, business practices, and trade regulations, effectively advocating for their interests in high-stakes legal environments. In Real Estate Laws, she advises clients on property transactions, including sales, leases, and disputes, ensuring they are well-informed and protected. She also advises on Corporate Laws, providing comprehensive legal support to corporate clients, covering compliance with regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, and transactional matters, while guiding clients through business complexities. Additionally, she advises companies internationally and on cross-border matters relating to documentation, litigation, and international arbitration. In Banking & Insurance Law, she advises public and private sector financial institutions on litigation and regulatory compliance, ensuring all legal obligations are met.

Divyam Mishra

Independent

Divyam Mishra is a Registered Advocate and Data Privacy professional working at the intersection of technology law, child safety, and global regulatory compliance. Her work examines how legal frameworks respond to the rapid expansion of digital platforms into spaces inhabited by children. Her experience spans both litigation and corporate privacy practice. Having appeared across District Courts, the Delhi High Court, and the Supreme Court of India, Divyam brings a procedural rigour to regulatory work that is often absent in purely advisory practice. At Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, one of India's largest media conglomerates, she worked at the operational front line of Data Privacy and Risk Compliance— managing Data Subject Access Requests, conducting Privacy Impact Assessments, and leading compliance reviews for campaigns involving minors' personal data across global OTT jurisdictions. This hands-on exposure to real-world implementation shapes her view that privacy must be architectural, not incidental. Her focus areas include children's data protection, cross-jurisdictional regulatory mapping, and the operationalisation of frameworks such as COPPA, GDPR, and India's DPDP Act 2023. She is particularly interested in how divergent but overlapping jurisdictional standards for consent, age verification, and behavioural profiling affect global platforms building products for young audiences. Through her writing and practice, Divyam seeks to advance a privacy-first approach to product development — where child safety is not a feature shipped at the end, but a foundational commitment embedded into every layer of technology and policy.

Dr. Sudhir Raja Ravindran

Altacit Global

Dr. Sudhir Ravindran is the Founder of Altacit Global and is widely recognised as one of India’s leading legal minds at the intersection of technology, law, and innovation. An engineer turned lawyer, academic, and institution-builder, his professional journey spans over two decades of work in intellectual property, technology law, and corporate advisory. Dr. Sudhir is admitted as a Solicitor of England & Wales and practices as an Attorney-at-Law in India. His academic credentials reflect a rare interdisciplinary depth. He holds Master’s degrees in both Engineering and Law from the University of Warwick (UK), a Doctorate in Law (PhD) from NALSAR University, and is currently engaged in Post-Doctoral Research (LLD). As the Founder of Altacit Global, Dr. Sudhir leads one of India’s top-ranked full-service law firms, known for its strong focus on corporate and intellectual property law. Under his leadership, the firm has built a reputation for advising global corporations, technology companies, and emerging businesses on complex legal and innovation-driven matters. Dr. Sudhir has been recognised among India’s 100 Legal Luminaries and the Top 100 IP Leaders of India. He is also a published author of several law books and a prolific contributor to legal scholarship. A respected speaker in academic and professional circles, he regularly delivers lectures and keynote addresses at leading universities, industry forums, and international conferences on intellectual property, technology law, and the evolving future of legal practice.