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Chandhiok & Mahajan (C&M) has elevated 12 lawyers in its latest promotions round, reinforcing its next-generation leadership as the firm continues to grow on the back of complex, high-value work across practices.
The promotions cut across corporate and M&A, disputes, restructuring, real estate, and competition—areas that have seen sustained demand as clients navigate increasingly sophisticated transactional and regulatory environments in India.
Two lawyers have been promoted to Counsel, three to Managing Associate, and seven to Senior Associate. The cohort has played a central role in advising on a range of mandates, including cross-border M&A, private equity investments, high-stakes disputes and arbitration, large insolvency processes, and multi-jurisdictional merger control filings.
Counsel
The Counsel promotions strengthen the firm’s disputes and restructuring capabilities. Saurabh Bachhawat brings extensive experience in securities law and commercial litigation, with a strong presence before the Supreme Court, High Courts, and key tribunals such as SEBI and SAT. Savar Mahajan continues to build the firm’s restructuring and insolvency practice, advising creditors, resolution professionals, and stakeholders across complex proceedings.
Managing Associates
At the Managing Associate level, the promotions reflect depth across corporate and transactional work, alongside regulatory and sectoral expertise. Shivani Pathak focuses on M&A and private equity transactions, advising on cross-border investments and complex commercial arrangements. Nicky Collins has been closely involved in regulatory aspects of transactions, particularly in competition law and merger control, including in technology-driven markets. Aditya Pandey has developed a well-rounded real estate practice spanning transactions, advisory, and disputes.
Senior Associates
The Senior Associate cohort highlights the firm’s investment in building specialist capability at scale. In disputes, Naman Golechha and Zoya Junaid advise on complex commercial litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters, including cross-border disputes.
In restructuring and insolvency, Aishwarya Adlakha has developed a strong practice, regularly appearing before the NCLT, NCLAT, and the Supreme Court of India.
The competition team—Aileen Aditi Sundardas, Bhavika Chhabra, Riddhika Dumane, and Uday Bharat Bali—has been actively involved in merger control filings, enforcement matters, and behavioural advisory across sectors including technology, insurance, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, digital platforms, and manufacturing.
Managing partner Sujoy Bhatia said:
“Our clients increasingly expect nuanced, commercially grounded advice on complex matters. Each of these colleagues has demonstrated strong judgment, technical depth, and a commitment to client service. They represent the next generation of leadership at the firm, and we are delighted to recognise their contributions. These promotions reflect both the strength of our people and our commitment to building a deep, institution-led practice.”
With more than 100 lawyers across New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, C&M continues to position itself as a full-service firm focused on high-quality, bespoke advice for sophisticated mandates.