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Pioneering Change at the Crossroads of Legal Teaching, Technology, and Public Policy: An Inspiring Journey – Prof. (Dr.) Deevanshu Shrivastava, Founding Dean and Professor, GL Bajaj Institute of Law, Greater Noida.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team While you reflect on your diverse career you are certified as a PoSH trainer, also a certified mediator, policy consultant, analyst, and IPR enthusiast, as you have done your PhD in that what was the reason behind you choosing law as your career? And while…
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“I would say a good mentor plays a pivotal role in shaping one’s life, and in enhancing the thought process. I was fortunate enough to work at places where I was provided complete autonomy in work.” – Richa Saraf, Head of Legal and Compliance at Merlin Holdings Pvt. Ltd.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team What inspired you to take up Law? Did you have to deal with any resistance from your family while making that decision? My father wanted me to pursue CA like the rest of my relatives, since it was considered as a good earning prospect, especially…
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“Every other legal challenge is simply a puzzle that must be solved, and there’s always a solution!” – Meghana Aggarwal, Independent Legal Advisor.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team What inspired you to pursue a career in law? Was there a defining moment or influence that steered you in this direction? Having an analytical mind, I tend to find reason in, and a solution to everything. From my early-teen years, the idea of problem-solving…
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Crafting a Legal Legacy: The Journey from International Training to High-Stakes Litigation – Anurag Katarki, Barrister, Advocate and Founder of the Chambers of Anurag Katarki.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team I’ll start with the very, very important, and first and pertinent question, how and when did you decide to become a Barrister and an Advocate? And how was your journey? When did it start and how is it going? What kind of challenges have you…
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“Legal strategy must always be rooted in facts and law. However, in an age of media trials, perception management becomes a necessary adjunct.” – Abhineet Pange, Designated Partner at Regstreet Law Advisors.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team Looking back, why did law resonate with you as your chosen path? My early inclination toward debate, theatre, and structured argument made the law a natural fit. The profession offered intellectual rigor, stability, and a meaningful way to engage with real-world issues, both theoretically and…
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“Above all, maintaining integrity, doing the right thing even when no one is watching, has been a guiding value.” – Rahul Gupta, Advocate-on-Record at Supreme Court of India and Founding Partner at Maximus Legal.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team Your academic trajectory from B.Com (Hons.) to Law, Company Secretaryship, and an M.Com reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation. What inspired you to pursue both law and the CS qualification simultaneously, and in what ways has this combination given you an edge in advising clients on…
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“I’ve learned from my seniors that no brief should be refused on the grounds of scale or fee. No matter is too small, and every litigant deserves a chance.” – Vishesh Wadhwa, Founder of Vishesh Wadhwa Chambers.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team Your academic journey has clearly provided a strong foundation for your legal career. Could you kindly share how these early academic experiences influenced your decision to pursue law, and what valuable lessons you gained during that time? From a very early age, I was fortunate…
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“It is one of the privileges of being a litigation counsel to have the opportunity to contribute directly to the evolution of the law through arguments addressed in court.” – Kumar Sudeep, Founder & Principal at Chambers of Kumar Sudeep.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team Sir, your journey is truly inspiring. After completing a B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, you made a noteworthy shift to the field of law. What inspired this transition? I finished schooling from Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram in 1999. At that point I had an…
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“As a lawyer, I’ve always aimed to give my best and carry forward the legacy my father and Senior built. There’s no “end goal” in this profession, it’s a constant journey.” – Palash Tiwari, Managing Partner & Founder at LexLoft LLP.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team You’ve built an impressive legal career over the years, beginning your journey at the Chhattisgarh High Court alongside your father. How did that early mentorship influence your legal perspective and shape your advocacy style? Being a second-generation lawyer, I was fortunate to learn the basics…
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“Knowledge, reputation and success are built slowly, case by case, argument by argument.” – Tejasva Mehra, Practicing Advocate at Supreme Court of India.
This interview has been published by Anshi Mudgal and The SuperLawyer Team With almost a decade of experience and an established practice today, what initially inspired you to pursue a career in law? Was becoming a lawyer always part of your plan, or did you come to it gradually over time? I decided to pursue law relatively…
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