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AKS Law Associates Offices
301, Sunrise Chambers
No. 22, Ulsoor Road
Bangalore - 560 042
India
AKS Law Associates > Firm Profile
AKS Law Associates (AKS) is based in Bangalore, India. Founded by Mr Ajesh Kumar Shankar in 1999, the practice has been built on a foundation of trust, competence and excellence.
We are best known for successfully handling complex legal matters and for guiding clients on the right path. Clients often approach us after exhausting other avenues; we are reputed for our out-of-the-box approach. To simplify complex matters and have clarity of approach while always being legally compliant, is a foundation of our strategy.
At AKS we believe that “Small is Big” – all clients are given equal personal attention whether the matter is big or small. We keep clients at the center of all we do, ensuring they are advised as to the best course of action.
We have catered to a wide array of clients from various sectors including corporates, business houses, individuals, families and high-net-worth individuals. When we look at the challenges faced by a client, we do our research and are upfront with our opinion on the matter, and provide a realistic approach to the journey and challenges ahead. We give our clients the advantage of collective knowledge and experience gained over many years, along with strategic insight.
Our expertise is in the following areas of practice:
International and domestic arbitration: We represent parties in disputes before Arbitral Tribunals in international or domestic arbitration. At present, we are representing clients before Arbitral Tribunals constituted under the ICC Rules and also in arbitration proceedings conducted by SIAC. Additionally, we represent clients in ad hoc arbitrations.
The nature of disputes being addressed by our Firm includes disputes concerning Hotel Operating Agreements, Agreements between Investors, Agreements concerning Rights to Shareholders or Partners and other such matters.
Litigation before the courts in India: Since the past two decades or more we have been representing clients before the Courts in India including and not limited to the Supreme Court of India, the State High Courts, Commercial Courts, and other Courts. The nature of disputes which we have been addressing before these Courts could vary from determination of real or intangible property rights, commercial agreements, and other inter-party rights. Many a time we have represented the clients before the High Court and the Supreme Court when their constitutional rights are infringed upon or their rights to property are expropriated.
Corporate matters: We assist clients presenting claims before the National Company Law Tribunal or the Appellate Authority. Before the said authorities, we also represent clients in the corporate insolvency resolution process. The nature of clients are varied – from hospitals to real estate and infrastructure companies to banks and financial institutions. In this regard, we also file claims or defend claims for cases of oppression of minority shareholders and mismanagement of the company.
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Ajesh Kumar Shankar | aks@akslawassociates.com | +91-80-40390999 |
| CEO | Kavitha Shankar | kavitha@akslawassociates.com | +91-80-40390999 |
Lawyer Profiles
| Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Ajesh Kumar Shankar | Founder & Chief | View Profile |
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CLIENT: MR. M MURALI
COMPANY/FIRM: CHAIRMAN & MANAGING DIRECTOR, SHRIRAM PROPERTIES LTD.
TESTIMONIAL: “More than two decades of extremely pleasant journey with Ajesh and AKS Law Associates team. Known for his professionalism and competitive expertise, Ajesh always thinks out of the box and provides logical, well thought out, comprehensive and calculated solutions – leveraging his extraordinary legal talents. His negotiation skills providing workable solutions are something marvellous and outstanding . Identified in the chamber as fair, unbiased and neutral, I have seen even his opponents praise him as well-balanced counsel. The team AKS is extremely capable and well versed, thorough, diligent with discerning eye for detail – have good insight into market practices. A lawyer’s job is all about having their truth accepted over another through their presentation, articulation, credibility, integrity, trust, and expertise. Ajesh and AKS team possess all these traits and talents in plenty.”
CLIENT: MR. SATISH CHANDRA
COMPANY/FIRM: CMD & CEO, GLOBAL TECH PARK PVT. LTD.
TESTIMONIAL: “We have been availing the services of the Law firm “AKS Law Associates” (AKS) since inception of AKS in the areas of Real Estate litigations, and contracts. We have found them to be extremely knowledgeable in terms of relevant legislations, and up to date in terms of latest case laws. Their proactive approach and out of the box thinking has helped us to resolve many legal issues. Each member of AKS legal team has been very responsive, professional and amazing lawyers. They showed their best at all times. We would recommend and refer AKS to our Business Associates for their legal needs.”
CLIENT: MR. GAPPAN ANNAMALAI
COMPANY/FIRM: DIRECTOR, MAL GROUP
TESTIMONIAL: “We have been working with Ajesh & the AKS Team for the last 7 years, the journey has been incredible. AKS is not an ordinary Law firm, they grow on you and become part of you. Visiting their office is a pleasure, you are hosted every time and never made to wait, appointments are provided when needed. They have the ability to make great first impressions and even better lasting impressions. We have used them in the areas of Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Property Matters, Risk Evaluation etc…. This is a firm that digs deep into your supporting paperwork and outlines strategies and opportunities that you didn’t even know of. Most of all they have a high success rate and we highly recommend them.“
Diversity
AKS Law Associates is a workplace built on the foundation of trust and respect. We are committed to providing excellent legal services to our clients and strive to create an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equality. Our team of experienced lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds and we are committed to promoting diversity within the organisation. At AKS we celebrate the rich tapestry of people from multiple backgrounds, diverse perspectives and individual experiences. We believe that this makes us a stronger and more effective law firm, better able to serve our clients’ needs. We are also sensitive to the predicament faced by ordinary citizens in their day-to-day life. AKS provides pro bono services to deserving people and also takes up matters of public interest before the Courts.
Notable Cases
1. In International Arbitrations, we are defending our client’s action under the various commercial joint venture or partnership agreements entered into and seeking compensation for breach by the other side.
2. In Domestic Ad hoc Arbitration we are prosecuting claims of our clients be it as shareholders or investors arising out of various investment or shareholder agreements or due to joint venture agreements for purchase or sale or development of real estate or infrastructure projects.
3. We have on several occasions defended our clients initiatives or rights to put up projects in real estate or infrastructure or education, which at the instance of vested interests/third parties would be opposed before the High Court or Supreme Court.
4. In contentious matters concerning the rights of parties as either members of a society or partners of a firm or shareholders of an entity, we have represented clients’ interests successfully before Courts and arbitral tribunals and the NCLT or NCLAT.
5. Attempts by parties to initiate under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code have been successfully thwarted by us in proceedings before the NCLT, NCLAT and the Supreme Court. In Corporate Insolvency and Resolution Process we ensure that our clients being the shareholders of the Corporate Debtors realise their maximum and true value.
6. On behalf of international corporates/ IT Companies, we have successfully defended their action to restructure contracts of service or terminate employment contracts.
7. On an ongoing basis, we advise international clients who are interested in making Foreign Direct Investments into India on compliance with Indian law and India entry strategy, shareholder rights and reporting requirements.