Notes from the firm, and coverage from the press
Commentary from our advocates, alongside independent media coverage that has referenced them. Replace or add to either list as needed — see the notes at the end of each section.
Understanding probate under the Indian Succession Act
Before a will can be relied upon to transfer property, courts often require probate — a formal process of proving the will's validity. Under Section 213 of the Indian Succession Act, this step is mandatory in several circumstances, and skipping it is one of the most common reasons succession matters stall. This piece walks through when probate applies, what documentation it requires, and how long families should realistically expect the process to take.
Coparcenary property vs. self-acquired property
Not all family property is treated equally under Indian succession law. Coparcenary property — inherited within a Hindu Undivided Family — carries different rights of claim than property a person acquired on their own. Understanding which category a property falls into is often the first question in any inheritance dispute, and getting it wrong can derail a claim before it starts.
Why a retainership makes sense for a growing business
Businesses that only call a lawyer when a dispute has already started tend to pay more, in both fees and outcomes, than those with continuous counsel. A retainership means contracts get reviewed before they're signed, compliance gaps get caught early, and there's someone who already knows your business when a matter does arise.
Handling a legal matter that spans India and the UAE
Cross-border matters rarely fail because of the law itself — they fail because of coordination: which jurisdiction's courts have authority, which documents need attestation for use abroad, and how enforcement actually works once a judgment is obtained. With offices in both Mumbai and Dubai, the firm advises on all three from the outset rather than after a matter has already run into trouble.
What the law actually protects when it comes to animal welfare
Animal welfare law in India is often assumed to be weaker than it is. This piece outlines the statutory protections that do exist, where enforcement tends to break down in practice, and what legal recourse looks like for individuals and organisations pursuing a welfare matter.
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Mumbaikars for stray dogs: "We have to be their voice"
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The Times of India · 2013Who is Waris Pathan, who has fought Salman's case?
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