Aarambh Legal

India

Analysis

Overview

Former JSA partner Vishnu Nair set up Aarambh Legal three years ago. The corporate and commercial boutique is based in Bangalore, and has a focus on fintech, data privacy and technology matters. Core practice areas of the firm include M&A, private equity, venture capital, advisory and employment. Since the firm’s inception, the team has been busy assisting companies across various stages of growth and industry sectors, as well as servicing social impact funds and private investors. Apart from Nair, partner Aishwarya H is a key contact.

Client feedback

Aishwarya and Vishnu are quite seasoned lawyers who are able to quickly drill down to the essential issues, even when there are multiple moving pieces. They also do not lose track of the many issues and were completely on top of the whole transaction.” – Corporate and M&A

“Hard-working, firm, knowledgeable and accessible.” – Investment funds

Mature and balanced outlook, thorough analysis and work. High responsiveness.” – Investment funds

They are a small nimble outfit that is extremely responsive to client's needs.” – Regulatory

Good professionalism, timeliness and proactive communication.” – Technology and telecommunications

Aishwarya H

“Able to stay completely on top of complex transactions. Knew the ins and outs of every single document, and was able to patiently work towards a consensus, and suggest potential solutions to bring together parties who had very different viewpoints.”

“Excellent knowledge and communication skills.”

“Puts the customer first. Communicates well. Understands legal intricacies.”

Vishnu Nair

“Very confident. Wins points on logic. Well-read and well-respected.”

Private equity

Work highlights

Represented Punt Partners in raising an investment of $2 million.

Acted for Zouk on its pre-Series A funding.

Advised Oodadu Technology on its first round of investment from Weh Ventures, Rainmatter and other investors.

Key clients

Charcoal Technologies, Okulo Aerospace, Popspace Technologies.

Corporate and M&A

Work highlights

Acted for Oikocredit in their investment in Avanti Finance.

Advised Tanglin Venture Partners on its investment into Trusource Technology.