Clavius Legal stands out as a powerhouse in dispute resolution, particularly in construction and regulatory disputes across India. Led by partners Sooraj Sharma, Vipul Agrawal, Jatin Kochhar and Arjun Kant, the firm has quickly established itself as a go-to legal practice for complex, high-stakes litigation. The firm's approach combines deep industry knowledge with strategic legal insights, allowing it effectively to navigate complex legal landscapes. With a dedicated team of skilled professionals, Clavius Legal operates from its main office in New Delhi, serving clients across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, energy and financial services. The firm’s client roster includes major corporations like Citigroup, CBRE, Viridian RED, and various state-owned enterprises, demonstrating its ability to handle both private and public sector complex legal challenges. With a focused team of 30 lawyers and a strategic approach to dispute resolution, Clavius Legal has rapidly positioned itself as a leading legal practice in India.
Key individuals at the firm include partners Sharma, who specialises in dispute resolution and regulatory matters; Agrawal, known for his construction expertise; Kochhar, who focuses on international arbitration; and Indresh Upadhyay, who brings significant experience in regulatory and public law.
Over the past 12 months, the firm has made significant advancements, including the hiring of Gaurav Singh and Siddharth Sijoria as Of Counsels. Their addition enhances the firm's expertise in insolvency and public law. The firm has also expanded its practice areas to include more comprehensive services in construction and infrastructure. Additionally, the firm has established new client relationships with major players like Larsen & Toubro and Viridian RED, reflecting its increased influence in high-profile projects. These strategic moves position the firm effectively to address complex legal challenges and reinforce its reputation in the construction and dispute resolution sectors.
Client feedback
"Clavius Legal demonstrates outstanding expertise in providing tailored construction law solutions." – Construction
"Clavius Legal impresses with sharp insight, dynamic expertise, and wide-reaching influence. They brilliantly tackled our construction arbitrations and litigations across arbitral tribunals, the Supreme Court of India, and High Courts, while expertly handling insolvency cases before the NCLT, NCLAT, and Supreme Court." – Construction
"Clavius Legal excels at delivering legally sound, commercially sensible, and highly reliable contract support. It is backed by strong communication and an intuitive grasp of business priorities." – Corporate and M&A
"Provides commercially sound advice and highly responsive." – Corporate and M&A
"Professional, hardworking and client-centric approach to cases. Highly responsive and transparent." – Dispute resolution
"Well-organized, transparent, responsive and client-focused." – Dispute resolution
"Clavius Legal stands out for its sharp legal strategy, strong courtroom presence, client-centric mindset and multi-sector expertise. Overall, Clavius Legal delivers high-quality legal work without unnecessary posturing – just solid, dependable execution." – Dispute resolution
"Collaborative, professional and focused." – Dispute resolution
"Clavius Legal excels in delivering client-focused service with deep expertise in international arbitration and commercial disputes, crafting bespoke strategies, and managing high-stakes disputes across jurisdictions like India, Singapore, and the UK. Their use of technology and meticulous preparation ensure efficient, positive outcomes." – Dispute resolution
Vipul Agrawal
"Vipul demonstrates strategic brilliance and exceptional problem-solving skills, excelling in handling complex arbitration cases with smart, practical solutions. His ability to unravel intricate disputes and present clear, winning arguments makes him a standout in commercial disputes."
"Top-notch, master strategist, sharp intellect, and deep expertise with domain knowledge."
Arjun Kant
"Arjun brings a unique mix of legal acumen, entrepreneurial instinct, hands-on leadership and sharp execution to the table."
"Arjun brings a rare combination of technical proficiency, business acumen, and collaborative professionalism, making working with him both effective and seamless."
"Absolutely excellent, as he is great with clients and very hardworking."
Sooraj Sharma
"Sooraj is fantastic, a true star, and the perfect lawyer to have by your side – his expert guidance during my complex case was invaluable."
"He is a pleasure to work with."
"Accessible, diligent and sees the bigger picture."
"Sooraj is an absolute powerhouse in international disputes, blending razor-sharp expertise with an unwavering commitment to clients that blows the competition away. I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend his world-class dispute resolution expertise!"
Indresh Upadhyay
"Indresh is a terrific trial lawyer – strategic, eloquent, and exceptionally effective in the courtroom."
Work highlights
Successfully defended a global consultancy in an SIAC arbitration against Tanjung Bersinar Cemerlang regarding a breach of contract for coal shipments valued at $26 million.
Represented A US bank in debt-recovery proceedings before the National Company Law Tribunal to enforce a decree valued at $85 million.
Work highlights
Represented the world's second-largest World Trade Centre (WTC) licence holder in complex litigations surrounding the WTC project in Faridabad, Haryana.
Acted for an Indian conglomerate on the development of a Corporate Information Technology Park in Delhi NCR. It facilitated compliance with regulatory requirements and addressed contractual obligations, ensuring the successful progression of this significant infrastructure project.
Work highlights
Represented the Canadian Crown in a complex transnational financial crime investigation involving allegations of embezzlement of public funds. This high-profile case requires extensive coordination across multiple jurisdictions, including Canada, India and Panama.
Acted for an individual in his extradition proceedings related to serious financial crime allegations under Indian law. This matter involves navigating intricate legal frameworks and securing his rights during the ongoing judicial processes in the UK.
