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Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors Offices
CALCOT HOUSE, 3RD FLOOR, 8/10, MP SHETTY MARG
TAMARIND STREET, FORT
MUMBAI 400 023
India
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Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors > The Legal 500 Rankings
City focus: Mumbai > Dispute resolution Tier 2
Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors‘ dispute resolution team stands out for its breadth of practice which covers both litigation and arbitration arising from real estate, intellectual property, and employment, among others. The group’s capability to handle a range of matters, alongside its extensive experience acting before the Bombay High Court and tribunals around Mumbai, continues to attract new clients from a range of sectors including telecoms, textiles, and hospitality, to name a few. Co-leading the department are Jonathan Solomon, Aaron Solomon, Michelle Solomon Le Page, Shruti Maniar, Soniya Putta, and Saumya Brajmohan, all of whom bring a wealth of expertise to the practice. Jonathan Solomon specialises in civil litigation and arbitration, while Aaron Solomon concentrates on disputes stemming from M&A and joint venture transactions. Le Page holds dual qualifications in both India and England which make her an asset to the team as she is able to advise multinational businesses on cross-border disputes.Practice head(s):
Jonathan Solomon; Aaron Solomon; Michelle Solomon Le Page; Shruti Maniar; Soniya Putta; Saumya Brajmohan
Key clients
Sonova Hearing India Private Limited
Vidhani Tex Private Limited
Phoenix ARC Private Limited
Savannah Lifestyle Private Limited
Huliot Pipes and Fittings Private Limited
Work highlights
City focus: Mumbai > TMT Tier 2
Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors, co-led by Aaron Solomon, Komal Solomon, and Germaine Pereira, offers assistance with film production investments, commercial contracts, and consultancy agreements, alongside data protection and general advisory services to clients from a range of sectors including tech, media and entertainment, and pharma, among others. Pereira stands out in particular for her expertise in financing, joint ventures, and investments within the media and entertainment industry.Practice head(s):
Aaron Solomon; Komal Solomon; Germaine Pereira
Key clients
Mumbai Academy of Moving Image
ACVC Productions Private Limited
Work highlights
- Assisted ACVC Productions Private Limited in securing contracts to organise the Himalayan Film Festival.
City focus: Mumbai > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors’ corporate and M&A practice is adept at handling a variety of corporate and commercial matters such as M&A transactions, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. The group’s breadth continues to attract new clients from a range of industry sectors including healthcare, IT, and manufacturing, to name a few. Aaron Solomon, Michelle Solomon Le Page, and Kinjal Champaneria co-lead the team and bring a wealth of experience to the firm.Practice head(s):
Aaron Solomon; Michelle Solomon Le Page; Kinjal Champaneria
Testimonials
‘Very professional and commercial.’
‘Michelle Solomon is excellent.’
‘An excellent team, well versed, and thorough in their questions.’
‘We have always had good experiences with Kinjal and Aaron Solomon.’
‘They were patient, asked relevant questions, and provided advice necessary to come to a resolution.’
‘Kinjal and Aaron exhibited excellent coordination and the team worked well together.’
Key clients
Pepper Advantage Limited
iiV Health Solutions Private Limited
Thought Machine Group Limited
Jain Farm Fresh Foods Limited
Geoamps LLC, USA
SIG Group – Scholle IPN India Packaging Private Limited
Thuasne SAS
Dockendale Ship Management DMCCO
MUR Shipping Group
Chryso India Private Limited
Advanced Bionics India Private Limited
Enveritas Inc.
Work highlights
- Assisted and advised Pepper with the acquisition of an AI company for USD 1.6 million.
- Assisted the client with an INR 1,650,000,000 debt which subscribed to optionally convertible debentures and non-convertible debentures.
- Assisted TMG in setting up its wholly-owned subsidiary in India viz., Thought Machine (India) Private Limited.
City focus: Mumbai > Intellectual property Tier 3
The intellectual property practice at Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors, noted for its ‘strong skill set,’ has a robust offering which covers patent, trade mark, and copyright filings, patent prosecution, and trade mark acquisitions, as well as representation before the Trademark Registry, and licensing matters. The group’s scope continues to attract new clients from a range of industry sectors including financial services, manufacturing, and automotive. Co-leading the team are transactional specialist Aaron Solomon, TMT expert Komal Solomon, and patent authority Germaine Pereira.Practice head(s):
Aaron Solomon; Komal Solomon; Germaine Pereira
Testimonials
‘The strong skill set of the partners, including their backgrounds in engineering, stand out.’
‘The diversity is unparalleled, with equal opportunity for growth irrespective of gender. It pays a huge importance to diversity and equality at the workplace.’
‘The team’s network and collaborations across India and globally make them go above and beyond.’
‘Aaron Solomon and Germaine Pereira stand out in particular.’
City focus: Mumbai > Real estate and construction Tier 3
Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors‘ real estate and construction team, led by transactional expert Aaron Solomon, specialises in due diligence, real estate acquisitions, and development projects, and is instructed by clients from a range of industry sectors such as infrastructure, financial services, and insurance, among others. The practice benefits from the aptitude of Krutika Jain, who has experience assisting with title investigations, structuring and conveyancing, and land acquisitions.Practice head(s):
Aaron Solomon
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Fen-Kin Buildpro LLP
Metro Group
Infracorp
IL & FS Limited
Sabarmati Capital One Limited
Vinayak Cooperative Housing Society
Vistra ITCL India Limited
Tarangan Foundation
Mooncraft Cooperative Housing Society Limited
Mudheshwari II Cooperative Housing Society Limited
Sherly Lily Premises Cooperative Society Limited
Aquestia India Private Limited
HELA Systems Private Limited
Dockendale Ship Management India Private Limited
Work highlights
- Assisted Fen-Kin Buildpro LLP on the acquisition of leasehold land parcels situated at Wagle Estate.
- Assisted Metro Group on conducting legal due diligence and documentation for the re-development of a mall in Vashi, Navi Mumbai.
- Assisted IL&FS Group on the sale of several immovable properties situated across India.
Intellectual property Tier 4
In the IP arena, Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors is active in the film, television, and performing arts sectors, and routinely handles the implementation of protective measures for various forms of IP. The offering is collectively led by Aaron Solomon, who focuses on the protection of artistic work, Komal Solomon, who advises production houses, and Germaine Pereira, a key contact for tech-related IP matters.Practice head(s):
Aaron Solomon; Komal Solomon; Germaine Pereira
Other key lawyers:
Anand Patel
Testimonials
‘The practice has team members that are domain experts with strong connections to authorities globally.’
‘The knowledge background is unparalleled to other firms as technical specifications and data input from them is very helpful.’
‘Germaine Pereira and Aaron Solomon are very knowledgeable, responsive, and offer quick turnaround times.’
‘One of the few law firms I have seen that pays a huge importance to diversity and equality at the workplace. Their network and collaborations across India and globally make them go above and beyond as just a law firm.’
India > Corporate and M&A Tier 6
Aaron Solomon, Michelle Solomon Le Page, Kinjal Champaneria and Haroon Asrar spearhead the ‘very professional and commercial’ practice at Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors, which handles a plethora of mandates across the sectors of manufacturing, healthcare, finance and IT sectors.Practice head(s):
Aaron Solomon; Michelle Solomon Le Page; Kinjal Champaneria; Haroon Asrar
Other key lawyers:
Pranav Mandaliya; Jones Vaidya
Testimonials
‘Very professional and commercial.’
‘Michelle Solomon, Pranav Mandaliya and Jones Vaidya are excellent’
Key clients
Pepper Advantage Limited (Pepper)
iiV Health Solutions Private Limited (iiVH)
Thought Machine Group Limited (TMG)
Jain Farm Fresh Foods Limited (JFFFL)
Geoamps LLC, USA (Geoamps)
SIG Group – Scholle IPN India Packaging Private Limited (SIPN)
Thuasne SAS (Thuasne)
Dockendale Ship Management DMCCO (Dockendale) and MUR Shipping Group
Chryso India Private Limited (Chryso) – part of the Saint Gobain Group
Advanced Bionics India Private Limited (ABI)
Enveritas Inc.
Work highlights
- Assisted and advised Pepper with an acquisition of an AI company for $1.6m. Assisted them with structuring of the entire transaction.
- Assisted the client with an INR 1,650,000,000 debt which subscribed to (i) 2,00,00,000 optionally convertible debentures issued by JFFFL to the Investors for a sum of INR 20,00,00,000, and (ii) 14,500 non-convertible debentures issued by JFFFL to the Investors for a sum of INR 1,450,000,000.
- Advised TMG on various aspects of the transaction starting with providing comprehensive advice on applicable Indian laws governing FinTech companies including Information Technology laws, Payments Systems laws, Data Protection and Privacy laws.
Solomon & Co. Advocates & Solicitors > Firm Profile
Solomon & Co. is a full-service law firm headquartered in Mumbai, India’s financial and commercial epicentre with multiple offices in Mumbai and Pune.
Since its inception in 1909, Solomon & Co. has consistently served as a trusted legal partner to both Indian and International clients including corporations, government organizations, investment funds, not-for-profit organizations, and individuals. What started as a real estate and dispute resolution firm has evolved into a full-service law firm specializing in providing high-value legal services across a broad range of practice areas.
With legacy spanning over 115 years, Solomon & Co. has witnessed and adapted to the dynamic shifts in the legal landscape. Leveraging our expertise, we offer tailored legal services that cater to meet the unique needs of our clients, ensuring their success in an ever-evolving business and legal landscape.
Recognized by Chambers and Partners and Legal500 for our practice, our team consists of highly skilled legal professionals with expertise in both domestic and international law. They possess a deep understanding of diverse industries, enabling them to deliver practical and innovative solutions to complex legal issues. Our team prioritises in delivering results – driven solutions, ensuring client satisfaction, and optimising operational efficiency. Our commitment is rooted in delivering exceptional client service, driven by a strategic, focused, and personalized approach.
To effectively serve clients across India, we recognise the significance of legal knowledge and deep understanding of local jurisdictions. We ensure comprehensive legal support throughout country by collaborating with locally based correspondent lawyers. With access to invaluable local knowledge and extensive networks, our contacts operate in over 40 cities nationwide, including New Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad, and Kolkata.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Aaron Jonathan Solomon | [email protected] | +91 22-66273900 |
Dispute Resolution & Real Estate | Jonathan S. Solomon | [email protected] | +91 22 66273900 |
Corporate, Regulatory communication, Media and Entertainment | Komal Solomon | [email protected] | +91 22 66273900 |
Corporate, Commercial, Transactions and Private Client | Michelle Solomon Le Page | [email protected] | +91 22 66273900 |
Corporate, Commercial and Transactions | Kinjal Champaneria | [email protected] | +91 22 66273900 |
Media and Entertainment, Intellectual Property and TMT | Germaine Pereira | [email protected] | +91 22 61360360 |
Dispute Resolution and Arbitration | Shruti Maniar | [email protected] | +91 22 66273900 |
Dispute Resolution, Arbitration and Insolvency | Saumya Brajmohan | [email protected] | +91 22 66273900 |
General Corporate, Infrastructure and Projects and Aviation | Haroon Asrar | [email protected] | +91 20 48601659 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Saumya Brajmohan | Partner | View Profile |
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Kinjal Champaneria | Partner | View Profile |
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Shruti Maniar | Partner | View Profile |
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Germaine Pereira | Partner | View Profile |
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Soniya Putta | Partner | View Profile |
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Aaron Solomon | Managing Partner | View Profile |
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Jonathan Solomon | Senior Partner | View Profile |
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Komal Solomon | Senior Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Michelle Solomon Le Page | Partner | View Profile |
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Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa England & Wales Law SocietyClient Testimonials
CLIENT: Laurens Last (Chairman of Scholle IPN) and Jasper Moonen (General Counsel Scholle IPN EMEA)
COMPANY/FIRM: Scholle IPN
TESTIMONIAL: For many years now we work together with Michelle Solomon Le Page of Solomon & Co. for legal advice on matters relating to Corporate and M&A, Litigation, Arbitration, Employment, Real Estate and IP. Our business relationship with Solomon & Co. is very well and the quality of the advice and documents supplied is of a very high level. We would recommend everyone to use the services of Solomon & Co. given the very responsive character of their way of working, the high quality of work delivered and the proactive way of thinking in legal solutions that fits with our business.
Diversity
Solomon & Co. upholds diversity as a core value, fostering an inclusive environment where both our team and clients of all ages, religions, races, genders, sexual orientations, and backgrounds are respected and celebrated. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and valuing diverse talent within our workforce, reflecting our commitment to fairness and equality in our interactions with both clients and our team.