Established in 2016, Ab Initio Legal LLP is a full-service law firm headquartered in New Delhi, with a pan-India presence through associate offices across the country. The firm has experience across Dispute Resolution, Commercial & Corporate Litigation, International and Domestic Arbitration, Insolvency, High Court of Delhi (Original and Appellate Sides), Blue & White-Collar Crimes, Civil & Criminal Trials, Writs and Appeals, Consumer matters and SLPs before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India.
Our practice is driven by Partners with varied experience across judicial and quasi-judicial fora in different jurisdictions. We aim to provide a cost-effective, result-oriented and coordinated approach to the unpredictability attached to litigation and dispute resolution.
Our lawyers bring a cumulative experience of more than five decades, with seamless cross-practice experience. Our legal strategies are designed to keep our clients’ business operations uninterrupted by the dispute resolution process, while protecting their long-term interests.
Headquartered in New Delhi, with associate offices that let us represent clients before courts and tribunals across India.
1010, 10th Floor, Indra Prakash Building, 21, Barakhamba Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi - 110001
Get directionsChamber No. 395, Lawyers Block-II, Delhi High Court, Sher Shah Road, New Delhi - 110003
Unit No. 1003, 10th Floor, Tower-D, Vatika Light House at Vatika Town Square, Sector 82-A, Gurugram - 122004
Office No. 19/A, 134 Birla Mansion, Blaze Business Center, 1st Floor, Next to Commerce House, Nagindas Master Road, Fort, Mumbai - 400001
Flat #3B, III Floor, Shruthi Building, Shruthi Laya Apartments, Plot #135, 2nd Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai - 600020
15 G, Free School Street, Esplanade, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700016
The name Ab Initio stands for “from the beginning”. Right from the beginning, we believe in our three T’s.
Long-term relationships built on integrity and mutual respect. Every mandate is handled with the confidentiality and care our clients expect.
Litigation rewards preparation and speed. We act swiftly, from urgent injunctions to the strict timelines of the IBC.
Flexible billing, whether retainer, hourly or fixed fee, so that clients have clarity and predictability in their legal expenses.
The firm is committed to offering practical and effective legal solutions tailored to the unique requirements of our clients. Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the law, providing strategic advice and robust representation across a range of matters, whether handling complex disputes, navigating litigation or offering proactive legal advisory.
Our strength lies in a prompt understanding of the issues faced by corporates and individuals in the conduct of business and life. Litigation can be challenging and resource-intensive; our team is dedicated to minimising risk and maximising outcome. Beyond active litigation, we provide strategic pre-litigation advisory, dispute risk assessment and enforcement support, alongside thought leadership through regular newsletters and analytical publications.
Explore our practice areasDuring 2024-25, Ab Initio Legal LLP maintained a strong, consistent and results-driven litigation practice across multiple judicial and quasi-judicial forums in India, representing financial institutions, private corporations, multinational companies, start-ups and individuals.
Commercial litigation & arbitration - interim and final reliefs in contractual disputes, shareholder matters, recovery actions and complex commercial claims, including favourable arbitral awards, successful defence of jurisdictional challenges and protection of high-value commercial and aviation assets.
Insolvency & Bankruptcy - critical reliefs before the NCLT including initiation of proceedings under Section 7, asset protection during moratorium, and favourable orders relating to exchange deeds and shareholder rights.
Criminal (White-Collar and Blue-Collar) - advising and representing clients during investigations, preliminary enquiries under the BNSS and trial-stage proceedings, securing procedural safeguards and interim protection.
Constitutional & public law - significant questions of law before the High Courts and the Supreme Court, with a strong focus on trial-court litigation, cross-examinations, injunctions and urgent interim reliefs.
Mr. Narender Gupta is a distinguished professional with over 35 years of experience.
Mr. Ateev Kapoor is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of post-qualification experience and holds an MBA from Cardiff University, UK.
Mr. Narender Gupta is a distinguished professional with over 35 years of experience. A graduate in Commerce and Law with a post-graduate qualification in Business Management, he is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. His expertise spans Manufacturing, Engineering, Real Estate, Telecom, Broadcasting, Entertainment and Services.
He has played a significant role in shaping forward-looking policies in the telecom and broadcasting sectors, working closely with central and state bureaucracies, industry associations (FICCI, CII, ASSOCHAM), international organisations and policymakers, and has advised numerous Indian and multinational corporations on strategy, public policy and corporate affairs.
Mr. Ateev Kapoor is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of post-qualification experience and holds an MBA from Cardiff University, UK. His expertise includes strategic assignments, corporate affairs, business advocacy and client relationship management.
He advises businesses on navigating complex challenges, driving strategic initiatives and fostering sustainable growth through well-informed, practical guidance.
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