India is home to a group of prominent legal professionals whose knowledge and experience have brought them distinction on a national and worldwide level in the intricate and dynamic field of business and criminal litigation. These well-known Indian lawyers have a reputation for managing criminal trials, white-collar crimes, and high-stakes corporate disputes with remarkable grace. Their ability to deal with complex legal frameworks and their in-depth knowledge of India’s judicial system make them invaluable allies for both individuals and businesses. With their smart advice, persistent advocacy, and dedication to justice, these legal stalwarts continue to influence the nation’s legal conversation in everything from high-profile corporate disputes to complex criminal cases. Here are five eminent lawyers that you might think about contacting in case of criminal or corporate action.
AYUSH JINDAL
Advocate Ayush Jindal is the founder of “Be Legal,” a boutique law firm, and a distinguished practitioner in the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court, specializing in White Collar Crimes, Criminal Litigation, Corporate Litigation, Arbitration, and Insolvency & Bankruptcy. Ayush has gained significant recognition for handling high-profile cases, representing prominent personalities like journalist Arnab Goswami, ex-cabinet minister Praful Patel, and Ratul Puri, Chairman of Hindustan Power Projects. Ayush’s legal expertise is bolstered by his unique blend of business and legal knowledge, having earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Government Law College, Mumbai, in 2018, following a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing from Regent’s University London. His educational foundation, including schooling at Pathways Group of Schools, has equipped him with a distinct perspective that enhances his legal practice. His achievements include being honored with the Young Achievers Award by Society in January 2022 and leading his chambers, Chambers of Adv. Ayush Jindal, since the same year. Additionally, he is an accomplished author, with his book “Road to Bail: A Journey through the Bail Jurisprudence in the GST Era” critically examining the jurisdiction and purpose of arrest under the GST regime.
ABHIMANYU BHANDARI
Mr. Abhimanyu Bhandari excels in arbitration and litigation cases and has over 15 years of experience as a commercial litigator. Leading public sector enterprises, banks, privately held businesses, non-profit organisations, national and political figures, and celebrities have all been represented by him before the Indian Supreme Court as well as numerous High Courts and Tribunals. Mr. Bhandari holds a significant background in both domestic and international commercial arbitration. Corporates, legal firms, and attorneys regularly hire him for cases before the LCIA, SIAC, and other international arbitration bodies.
BHARAT CHUGH
Bharat Chugh, a law graduate from Jamia Millia Islamia, graduated in 2011 and served as a Civil Judge/Metropolitan Magistrate in Delhi. He returned to law practice in 2016, working as a partner at L&L Partners and serving on various committees and policy discussions. He is a guest lecturer and resource person at academies, and has conducted training programs for various professionals. Bharat is an avid reader and writer, writing on topics such as law, the criminal justice system, and public policy. He also sits on the Board of Advisors of Satya: Pro Bono Law, aiming to bridge the divide between justice and marginalised groups. He currently practises as an Independent Counsel and heads The Chambers of Bharat Chugh.
ALINA ARORA
With over twenty years of experience, Alina Arora specialises in the following fields: corporate consultancy, insurance & reinsurance, joint ventures, white collar crimes & internal investigations, anti-corruption & compliance, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and defence procurement. She frequently provides advice on issues pertaining to compliance, anti-corruption, and white collar crime as well as internal investigations. Alina has managed complex internal investigations spanning multiple jurisdictions that have involved matters such as accounting irregularities, money laundering, and bribery. She has actively been giving advice on Indian anti-corruption laws like the Prevention of Corruption Act, the Foreign Contributions Regulation Act, and the Indian Penal Code in this regard.
ANAND DESAI
Anand Desai is a renowned lawyer with extensive experience in financial services, private equity, M&A, intellectual property rights, media, entertainment, real estate, and outsourcing issues. He advises large corporations, funds, and high net worth individuals on commercial litigation, cyberlaw, and white-collar crime. Anand has been involved in crucial projects and is a member of the London Court of International Arbitration. The individual has been appointed by the Indian government as Chairman of a committee to recommend amendments to the Specific Relief Act, 1963, and is highly regarded in India.
