Attorneys

Vani Manoraj holds a Bachelor of Laws (BLS.LL.B.) degree from the University of Mumbai and an LL.M. in International Dispute Resolution from King’s College London. She is a lawyer and socio-legal activist with extensive experience in the socio-legal development sector, with a particular interest in human well-being and in addressing the basic and complex needs of vulnerable and oppressed communities.

Vani has a profound interest in International Human Rights and has been actively involved in national policy making concerning the protection of women and child rights. She was an active participant and represented India in the Labour20 engagement group under the G20 Summit.

She has also been engaged with the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals and the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Geneva. During her tenure with the Commission, she supported the first inter-State dispute under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination between Qatar v. Saudi Arabia and UAE.

Vani has previously supported the complaint procedure concerning child rights violations before the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights. She has also coordinated with district- and state-level stakeholders in the rescue and rehabilitation of child trafficking victims.

She presently lends her expertise to various non-governmental organisations, advocating for the rights of children and women facing egregious violations. Her scholarly pursuits include researching contemporary challenges faced by women and children at the V.V. Giri National Labour Institute, while contributing to several legal and social journals, authored books, reports and studies.

On the legal front, Vani is actively engaged in pro bono work and is strongly committed to making quality legal support accessible to all.

Chintan Nirala is a lawyer with a strong academic and research orientation. He holds a Master of Laws degree in International Dispute Resolution from King’s College London and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree from the University of Allahabad.

Chintan is currently pursuing his doctorate at McGill University, focusing on International Investment Law and Constitutional Law, under the guidance of Prof. Andrea K. Bjorklund. His research examines the socio-legal dimensions of investment law, with a particular focus on the viability of establishing a multilateral investment court. He is also a university-recognised student at the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, University of Oxford.

Chintan has served as a consultant on Investment Disputes and International Commercial Arbitration Cases under UNCITRAL and has experience with the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) and the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA). As a qualified Advocate in India, he has practised law and was affiliated with a commercial chamber. He has also served as a tribunal secretary and research intern under various Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts of India.

Chintan has been appointed as the National Rapporteur for the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA) Yearbook and as an expert reviewer with the Centre for Trade and Investment Law, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. He has also contributed to several legal journals as a member of editorial teams and has actively engaged in pro bono work.

Adv. Mayuresh R. Ingale (B.E., LL.B., LL.M.) is an Advocate and Legal Consultant enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa. With an entrepreneurial approach to the practice of law, Mayuresh has vast experience in real estate and criminal law practice, focused on delivering rigorous legal standards and bespoke solutions.

Drawing on his understanding of nuanced social structures and in-depth knowledge of applicable laws, Mayuresh effectively navigates the challenges arising in complex legal matters. He has extensive experience in criminal litigation involving offences under the Indian Penal Code, Prevention of Corruption Act, Maharashtra Control of Organised Crimes Act, Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances Act and the Negotiable Instruments Act, among others.

His practice encompasses Criminal, Real Estate and Revenue matters, with a particular interest in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code (MLRC), Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act (MRTP) and Municipal Laws.

Mayuresh appears before the Hon’ble Bombay High Court, including its Bombay and Nagpur Benches, as well as before Metropolitan Magistrate Courts and Sessions Courts in Mumbai and Pune.

Adv. Abhishek S. Salian (BSL, LL.B., LL.M., King’s College London) is an Advocate and Legal Consultant enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, with extensive hands-on experience in complex legal matters. Having developed a strong practice in Constitutional, Civil and Criminal Law, Abhishek pursued his LL.M. at King’s College London, where he further specialised in International Commercial Law and gained exposure to areas including International Arbitration, Cross-Border Litigation, Medical Tourism, International Finance Law, Project Finance, Syndicated Loans, Securitisation, Derivatives, Corporate Governance and Reconstruction, International Investment Law, and Regulation of Financial Investment.

Abhishek appears, argues and represents clients before the Supreme Court of India, the Bombay High Court, the NCLT, NCLAT, NGT, DRT, DRAT, and Consumer and Criminal Courts. His litigation practice encompasses a broad spectrum of Commercial Disputes, Domestic and International Arbitration, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law, Land Revenue Code, Land Acquisition, Real Estate Law, Rent Control Act, Slum Rehabilitation, and Town Planning and Development Law.

On the criminal side, Abhishek is actively involved in strategising, advising and representing clients in matters involving complex investigations conducted by agencies including the CID, CBI, ED, EOW, NIA and SFIO. In addition to his core litigation practice, he advises reputed realtors on intricate real estate transactions and provides legal counsel to generational business families, startups and entrepreneurs.

Abhishek also actively undertakes pro bono matters, reflecting his commitment to social justice and service to the community. Driven by a deep passion for law, he approaches each matter with meticulous attention to detail and a strong focus on achieving effective outcomes for his clients. He places particular emphasis on strategy development and Legal Engineering across litigation and transactional work, combining his academic training with practical experience to provide strategic and commercially informed legal counsel tailored to each client's requirements.

Adv. Kinnari Raut is an Advocate practising before the Bombay High Court and various courts and tribunals in Mumbai. She holds an LL.B. (Hons.) and an LL.M. in Bar Vocational Studies from City, University of London, and was called to the Bar of England & Wales by The Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn.

Her practice encompasses Commercial Litigation, Domestic Arbitration, Insolvency and Bankruptcy, Real Estate and Property Disputes, Constitutional and Writ Litigation, Company and Shareholder Disputes, Banking and Finance Matters, White Collar Crime, Regulatory Proceedings, and Commercial Advisory.

Kinnari regularly advises and represents businesses, professionals and individuals across a broad spectrum of contentious and advisory matters. Her practice is distinguished by meticulous preparation, strategic thinking and a practical approach to dispute resolution and legal advisory work.

A multidisciplinary professional with a strong academic foundation in engineering and law, Adv. Hersh has an extensive experience in commercial litigation, with a particular specialisation in Customs and Goods and Services Tax (GST) laws.

Adv. Hersh has represented clients before various judicial and quasi-judicial fora, including multiple High Courts across the country, Tax Tribunals and Revenue authorities.

With strong advocacy skills and deep expertise in indirect tax laws, Hersh has handled complex and high-stakes disputes involving classification, exemption benefits, export-import regulations and GST implications. The combination of technical acumen and legal expertise enables the Advocate to provide strategic and solution-oriented advice across regulatory and litigation matters.

Adv. Sayali Kadam holds degrees in LL.B. and M.Com. and has experience across a broad spectrum of civil and commercial litigation. She has represented clients before the Consumer Commissions, Small Causes Court, City Civil Court and Sessions Court, and has assisted in proceedings before the Bombay High Court, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and the National Green Tribunal (NGT), including matters involving legal drafting and court filings.

In addition to her litigation experience, Sayali has experience in legal documentation, case management, accounting and law office administration. She is committed to providing efficient, accurate and client-focused legal services, while ensuring the seamless management of legal and administrative processes.

Adv. Ayesha Dhorajiwala graduated with a B.Sc. LL.B. degree and is engaged in a broad spectrum of litigation and advisory matters. Her practice focuses on Corporate, Commercial and Civil Litigation, Insolvency and Bankruptcy, Arbitration, Banking and Finance, Consumer Disputes and Constitutional Law.

She has significant exposure to proceedings under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), including matters relating to the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), liquidation and company law disputes.

Ayesha regularly appears before the Hon’ble Bombay High Court, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Commercial Courts, City Civil and Sessions Courts, Consumer Commissions, Co-operative Courts and various other judicial and quasi-judicial authorities.

Adv. Eesha Gautam Karnik is an Advocate and Legal Consultant enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa with a B.A. LL.B. degree from Savitribai Phule Pune University. She has also pursued specialised Diplomas in Corporate Laws, Cyber Laws and Intellectual Property Rights. She has been a University and College Rank Holder and has received accolades for her academic performance and contributions to legal research and academic initiatives.

Eesha has a keen interest in legal research and writing, particularly on socio-legal issues and the intersection of law with society, culture and contemporary social concerns. Her published works include research on The Legal Framework Governing Artificial Intelligence and Copyright Protection of Artistic Works among others. She has also contributed to research concerning COVID-19 and education laws in association with Pune University.

Her practice encompasses Commercial and Civil Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Law, Insolvency and Bankruptcy, Arbitration, Regulatory matters and proceedings before various judicial and quasi-judicial fora. She is associated with Nyaaya Legal, Mumbai, where she appears and assists in matters before the Hon’ble Bombay High Court, National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), National Green Tribunal (NGT), as well as in arbitration and mediation proceedings.

In addition to her legal practice, Eesha takes an active interest in the strategic growth and development of the Firm, with a focus on strengthening its practice capabilities, client engagement and broader professional outreach. She is also committed to undertaking pro bono work and contributing to initiatives that promote access to justice.

Adv. Vinit P. Dubey is an Advocate enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, with over a decade of experience in the practice of Indirect Taxation. Since 2012, he has advised and represented individuals, businesses and corporate entities in complex and high-stakes indirect tax matters, with experience spanning the entire lifecycle of tax disputes.

His practice encompasses advisory, investigative and contentious tax matters, including representation at the investigation stage through adjudication and appellate proceedings. He has experience in navigating complex indirect tax disputes and developing strategic legal approaches to matters involving regulatory authorities, with a focus on providing commercially pragmatic and legally robust solutions to clients.

Vinit has represented clients across a diverse range of sectors and advises on matters requiring detailed understanding of the interplay between taxation, regulatory requirements and commercial operations. His practice is characterised by meticulous legal analysis, strategic representation and a practical approach to resolving complex indirect tax disputes.

Adv. C. Pooja Reddy (BSL, LL.B., LL.M.) is an Advocate and Legal Consultant enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, with extensive hands-on experience in complex indirect tax, regulatory, corporate and commercial matters. With a strong academic foundation comprising her BSL, LL.B. and LL.M. degrees, Pooja has developed specialised expertise across diverse statutory and regulatory frameworks, with particular focus on Customs, Central Excise, Goods and Services Tax (GST), Corporate Law and Competition Law.

Pooja regularly appears, argues and represents clients before the Supreme Court of India, various High Courts, the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT), as well as Customs and GST Commissioners and Commissioners (Appeals). Her practice encompasses a broad spectrum of litigation, advisory and regulatory matters relating to Customs, Central Excise and GST laws, complemented by extensive experience in General Corporate Advisory. She is actively involved in strategising, advising and representing clients in complex regulatory and enforcement proceedings, including investigations undertaken by authorities such as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Customs Department, GST Authorities and the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

In addition to her core legal practice, Pooja has advised clients across specialised and commercially sensitive areas requiring an integrated understanding of taxation, regulation and corporate law. She also extends her legal expertise to the creative and media sector, serving as a legal consultant for the show Son of Abish and the production house Absurdist Studios. Her engagement with legal academia further reflects her commitment to professional development and legal scholarship. She serves as a Visiting Faculty at Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Mumbai, where she teaches Competition Law and Taxation.

Driven by a strong commitment to the practice of law, Pooja approaches each matter with meticulous attention to detail and a strategic understanding of the legal and commercial considerations involved. She places particular emphasis on strategy development and Legal Engineering across tax disputes, regulatory investigations and transactional advisory matters. Combining rigorous legal training with extensive practical experience before courts, tribunals, regulatory authorities and in corporate advisory engagements, Pooja provides strategic and commercially informed legal counsel tailored to the specific requirements of each client.

An experienced Litigation and Intellectual Property lawyer with over 8 years of experience advising clients across the Media, Entertainment and Technology sectors. Her practice focuses on intellectual property and commercial disputes, media and entertainment law, and technology-related regulatory matters.

She advises leading studios, broadcasters, production houses, music labels and digital platforms on complex copyright and trademark matters, licensing and assignments, royalties, user-generated content, digital media compliance and related regulatory issues. She regularly represents clients before the Bombay and Delhi High Courts and various District Courts, and advises on advertising, product compliance, legal metrology and other regulatory issues arising in the digital and technology landscape.