Clients note the litigation department at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co as housing ‘real heavyweights for contentious insolvency matters’, and the team is geared towards in-depth, full-service contentious mandates across a range of industries, and includes local and international companies, private equity funds, public companies, and others among its portfolio of clients. Delhi-based Pallavi Shroff leads the team and works closely with Ajoy Roy and Ajit Warrier, who are both experienced at appellate level disputes, including before the Supreme Court. Aashish Gupta and Shally Bhasin are both highly active in the commercial litigation arena, and Angad Kochhar remains a highly active member of the team. Binsy Susan and Shashank Mishra are also key members of the department. Shruti Khanijow recently joined the team following Tejas Karia's departure.
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Testimonials
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- ‘SAMCO is very adept at evaluating claims under various jurisdictions and has demonstrated versatility and efficient working on substantial international lawsuits. SAMCO partner Binsy Susan in particular reflects tremendous legal and business insights with an ability to oversee a large team of lawyers, ensuring that the team effectively distills the important issues and facts. I have been very impressed with the firm and look forward to working with them in the coming years.’
- ‘As mentioned above, Binsy Susan is a highly effective legal advocate with tremendous judgement on legal issues and trial strategy. Binsy is more than just a lawyer though, she immerses herself into the client's business, both historical and future strategy, to advise on litigation strategy with a holistic approach. Her people and team management skills are first rate, reflecting an uncanny ability to ensure her team works efficiently without compromising quality.’
Key clients
- Mr. Damodaran
- MHM Holdings GMBH
Work highlights
Advised Mr. Damodaran on a matter wherein the USA Court set aside the award against Mr. Damodaran in while holding that there was no evidence in the record to hold him liable for damages.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Pallavi Shroff
Other key lawyers
Ajoy Roy; Ajit Warrier; Aashish Gupta; Binsy Susan; Shally Bhasin; Angad Kochhar; Shashank Mishra; Shruti Khanijow