Trilegal's team advises on the full spectrum of private client matters, consisting of estate and succession planning, family governance, tax and regulatory compliance, and trust structures. It is noted for representing high-net-worth individuals and family businesses in domestic and cross-border succession matters. Tanmay Patnaik leads the team from Mumbai, and specialises in trust structuring, wills, and family business restructuring. Another notable member of the team includes dual-qualified lawyer and chartered accountant Raj Chheda, who has longstanding experience in the private client practice, and is noted for advising clients on personal tax matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Having worked closely with one of the partners, I’ve appreciated the team’s commercial clarity, responsiveness and deep domain expertise. The practice is distinguished by its partner-led execution and ability to offer practical, client-aligned solutions. Their collaborative style and openness to flexibility make them stand out from other firms.’
'Tanmay Patnaik stands out for their clarity in structuring complex transactions in a manner that’s both compliant and practically executable. What I’ve particularly valued is his responsiveness and ownership. He invests himself in the outcome, which builds trust and momentum. Overall, it’s the combination of legal acumen, collaborative attitude and commercial orientation that sets him apart from others in the field.’
Key clients
- Executors to the Estate of the late Mr. Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi
- Promoter family of the Vadilal group of companies
Work highlights
Advised the majority of executors of the estate of Mr. PRS Oberoi, founder of the leading Indian luxury hospitality group, Oberoi Hotels and Resorts.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Tanmay Patnaik
Other key lawyers
Raj Chheda