Spice Route Legal provides comprehensive services across the full spectrum of data-related matters, covering compliance, advisory and product structuring, global data transfers, and cybersecurity. The practice is led by Mathew Chacko, who advises on Indian legislation such as the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, as well as internationally significant frameworks including the GDPR and CCPA. Aadya Misra also leads the firm and has expertise that includes data protection and privacy policies, compliance, incident response, and regulatory guidance. Ankita Hariramani stands out for her specialised focus on financial data.
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‘The three words I would use to describe the team are commercial, responsive & dynamic. They are also incredibly pleasant to work with.’
‘Aadya Misra- so clever and an expert in her field. Rises to the occasion when required to take a hard stance with the other side.'
Key clients
- Aditya Birla Group
- Adobe Inc.
Work highlights
Advised Air India on multiple global matters, including data aspects of the Air India-Vistara merger, cookie implementation in over 50 jurisdictions, and structured and negotiated over 200 complex data processing agreements in connection with its digitisation exercises.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Mathew Chacko; Aadya Misra
Other key lawyers
Ankita Hariramani