Majmudar & Partners's litigation team is active in advising clients across the spectrum of civil, commercial, and criminal matters, routinely handling white-collar criminal matters, debt and recovery claims, IP, employment, and various other contentious matters. A.K. Hirani heads up the team from Mumbai fielding over 30 years of experience in domestic and international disputes, and is active in the team’s corporate and financial litigation matters. Former head of the team Neerav Merchant departed the firm in October 2024.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Majmudar & Partners’ dispute resolution team distinguishes itself through a client-focused and solutions-oriented approach, underpinned by exceptional responsiveness and strategic foresight.'

  • 'Their strength lies in navigating cross-border complexities, with seamless coordination between litigation and regulatory considerations.'

  • 'They are not only technically sound but also commercially astute, offering guidance that reflects deep industry knowledge.’

  • ‘A.K. Hirani stands out as a strategic advisor and trusted partner. His ability to distill complex litigation risks into actionable insights is unparalleled.'

  • 'A.K. Hirani brings a unique combination of sharp legal analysis, strong communication skills, and business judgement. He is always accessible, personally engaged in all matters, and demonstrates a rare consistency in quality.’

Key clients

  • Owl Ventures
  • ECGC Ltd.
  • SABIC UK Petrochemicals Limited
  • Manipal Cigna Health Insurance Company Ltd.
  • TPE Ltd.
  • NCR Corporation

Work highlights

Advising Owl Ventures on the petition filed by it along with other investors in the National Company Law Tribunal, Bangalore, against Think & Learn Private Limited.
Advised ECGC Ltd., India’s largest export credit guarantee company, on filing an appeal against Global Trading Corporation in Bombay High Court challenging the arbitration award.
Representing SABIC UK Petrochemicals Ltd., in a winding-up petition filed by SABIC against Punj Lloyd Ltd. before the Delhi High Court.

Practice head

A.K. Hirani