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Mr. Amit Manchanda is the Founding Partner of Ab Initio Legal LLP and brings over 21 years of extensive in-house experience, having served in leadership roles with one of India's largest listed organisations.
Mr. Abhay Chitravanshi heads the litigation practice of the firm, a position he acquired at the age of 29.
Mr. Amit Manchanda is the Founding Partner of Ab Initio Legal LLP and brings over 21 years of extensive in-house experience, having served in leadership roles with one of India's largest listed organisations. His expertise spans Company Secretarial functions, Arbitration, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Corporate Governance, Strategic Decision-making and Regulatory Compliance.
He has a proven track record of handling complex litigation, corporate laws, and matters involving restructuring, corporate schemes, mergers, joint ventures, takeovers and financial instruments. Mr. Manchanda has worked closely with tier-1 law firms and Advocates, further enhancing his ability to navigate intricate legal and regulatory landscapes.
His proficiency includes advising on RBI notices, FEMA and FDI compliances, foreign litigation, ROC/RD/MCA/ED investigations, brand protection and Commercial Arbitration. He has also managed IBC matters, National Green Tribunal cases, and a wide range of other Corporate and Compliance-related issues.
Mr. Manchanda is well-versed in boardroom functions, shareholder meetings and NCLT procedures. Before founding Ab Initio Legal LLP, he held the position of Group Head - Legal and Secretarial at Radico Khaitan Limited, where he was instrumental in managing legal and regulatory affairs at the highest level.
Mr. Abhay Chitravanshi heads the litigation practice of the firm, a position he acquired at the age of 29. An Advocate with eight years of litigation experience, he is registered with the Bar Council of Delhi and is a member of the Delhi High Court Bar Association and the Supreme Court Bar Association. He is an alumnus of Campus Law Centre (CLC), Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, where he graduated with First Division.
Mr. Chitravanshi regularly appears and has argued independently before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi, the Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), Arbitral Tribunals, and various judicial and quasi-judicial forums. His practice spans Commercial and Insolvency litigation, Domestic and International Arbitration, Civil and Criminal (Blue and White-Collar Crime) trials, and matters under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) and the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (POCA). He also has substantial experience in Consumer and Service matters, Employment Disputes, POSH, and complex disputes involving substantial questions of law.
He has worked closely on constitutional matters, including the Marital Rape and Same-Sex Marriage litigation before the Hon'ble Delhi High Court, the former of which remains pending before the Hon'ble Supreme Court.
Cleared the Services Selection Board (SSB) for the JAG Branch of the Indian Army in 2019, and was selected as a Law Researcher at the Supreme Court of India in 2023.
Ms. Bhawna Nanda is a civil litigator whose practice covers recovery matters, family disputes and commercial suits. She appears before the District Courts, the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi, the Delhi International Arbitration Centre and specialised forums including the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT) and the Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT).
Ms. Nanda has represented the firm's clients in Commercial recovery suits, matters under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, family law and property disputes, and criminal matters. Her work includes legal research, drafting and negotiation, with a close focus on detail and on keeping clients informed throughout.
Ms. Manvi Gupta is a practising Advocate and is currently associated with Ab Initio Legal LLP. She has experience in Litigation and Dispute Resolution, with exposure to Corporate and Commercial matters, Arbitration, Insolvency, Regulatory Matters and White-Collar Crimes.
At Ab Initio Legal LLP, Ms. Gupta is involved in legal research, drafting and preparation of matters for proceedings before Courts, Tribunals and Arbitral Forums. Her work includes preparing legal documents, as well as assisting in case analysis and litigation strategy. She has also worked on matters involving Arbitration, Insolvency, Corporate Disputes, regulatory issues, White-Collar Crimes and Real Estate Litigations. Her approach is detail-oriented and research-driven, with an emphasis on clear drafting and practical legal analysis.
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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