5 St James Court

“Me Ravindra Chetty has always provided the EDB with key legal support and advice to ensure that the interests of the EDB are always safeguarded and protected. The legal opinions tendered to the EDB have always be clear, concise and extremely well researched and documented. He has represented the EDB in law suits and the Board and Management have been highly impressed by mastery of all legal issues and the highest level of professionalism and integrity displayed. We are very satisfied with the level of service that ME Ravindra Chetty and his legal staff have provided to us.”

Mr Ken Poonoosamy, CEO - Economic Development Board (EDB)

Economic Development Board (EDB)

“The law firm 5 St James Court (‘Firm’), led by Me. Ravindra Chetty has been providing its legal services to HSBC in Mauritius for several years and at HSBC, we really value the advice and other legal services received from the Firm. The output from this Firm is prompt, to the point and solution oriented to any legal hurdle we may face at HSBC. The lawyers of the Firm are top of the notch professionals whose professionalism is recognised not only locally but across the other jurisdictions of HSBC with whom they have been directly working with or where their advice has been shared with. Our view is that the Firm is well deserving of receiving the title of ‘a leading law firm’ by Legal 500.”

Mrs Ashiti Prosand, Head of Legal and Company Secretary - HSBC Bank (Mauritius) Ltd

HSBC Bank (Mauritius) Ltd

“5 St James Court have been providing legal advisory services to Landscope (Mauritius) Ltd. since 2017. The service provided is nothing short of outstanding. We work mainly with Ravindra Chetty, SC. We have sought advice on a range of issues and Ravindra has always been approachable, knowledgeable, hands-on and practical. He is always quick to respond to our queries and provide solutions and fees are very reasonable! We also work with other members of the team who are as professional and dedicated. I have no qualms whatsover in recommending them as a law firm”

Naila Hanoomanjee, C.E.O Landscope (Mauritius) Ltd

Landscope (Mauritius) Ltd

“I am pleased, on behalf of Mauritius Telecom Ltd, to support Mr Ravindra Chetty, Senior Counsel, of 5 St James Court, to be ranked as a leading firm by Legal 500. Mauritius Telecom Ltd is a major telecommunications and information technology services provider in Mauritius, and we have relied on the services of Mr Chetty’s Chambers for litigation and advice in several areas of the law. Mr Chetty has appeared for Mauritius Telecom Ltd recently in a major case relating to competition where an appeal has successfully been judged in favour of Mauritius Telecom Ltd.”

Mr Conrad Colimalay, Company Secretary and Senior Executive Legal & Corporate Affairs, Mauritius Telecom

Mauritius Telecom

“5 St James Court is a model of integrity, professionalism, and class. As our business has grown and expanded over the years, they have been a consistent source of dependability and expertise. Me. R. Chetty Senior Counsel is one of the best Barrister-at-Law who understands the complex demands of the Banking Sector and our goals within it. We highly recommend 5 St James Court and their outstanding team.”

Yovich Chineah – Manager Legal & Compliance, SBI (Mauritius) Ltd

SBI (Mauritius) Ltd

“We have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Avinash Sunassee for more than 10 years and have always been impressed by passion and commitment. Mr Sunassee’s expertise in varying fields of law, skills and professionalism are exceptional. He is one of those people who immediately come to mind when we need legal support. His technical abilities are exceeded only by his innate approach to problem-solving which brings results. We recommend his services, which thanks to him, we have the time and peace of mind to focus on what we do best at GMG.”

Marco Rapaglia, CEO – GMG Trust Ltd

GMG Trust Ltd

“COMPANY/ FIRM: AfrAsia Bank Ltd 5 St James Court is a great firm whose reputation precedes it. The firm comprises of a hardworking and tactically astute team who has been a very reliable business partner to the Bank since inception. With a down-to-earth approach, the solicitors and staffs have guided the Bank diligently in dealing with some challenging and complex cases. The Bank has also benefitted from the very experienced and committed hands-on Managing Partner who has assisted it in achieving positive outcomes. We remain confident that the Bank remains legally in good shape in the very capable hands of 5 St James Court team.”

Jennifer Jean-Louis - Executive Director and CFO

“COMPANY/ FIRM: Clayton Utz I am a restructuring partner of Australian law firm Clayton Utz. With the guidance of Avinash Sunassee, we structured what I understand to be the first ever creditors trust scheme in Mauritius as a wrap and exit from the deed of company arrangement negotiated between the company, proponent and creditors. I was impressed with the clarity of instruction, application and insight of Avinash into the complexities of a new structure, which he shepherded through necessary channels.”

Air Mauritius (Administrators)

“The Bank is working with the chambers of Me. Ravin Chetty for the past 7 years. The Bank is extremely satisfied with the service delivered by the counsels working within the chambers. I highly recommend them for their services. Very professional and prompt. Always there to answer any questions that arises. Very knowledgeable and meticulous counsels. They treated Bank cases without delay and with highest integrity. In a nutshell, the counsels are Fantastic! Knowledgeable and competent...A real pleasure to work with!”

Veemarlen Poinoosawmy- Ag. Head of Legal

MauBank Ltd

“I have known Mr Ravindra Chetty for more than 30 years and both 5 St James Court and Mr Ravindra Chetty SC have handled various cases and legal matters of AfrAsia Bank Ltd and my previous employer, SBI Mauritius Ltd. The bank has always received prompt support and advice from the Legal team. The firm is both professional and knowledgeable regarding banking and financial services matters and they provide sound, clear, and practical legal guidance, in a timely manner, to achieve the best outcome for their clients. 5 St James Court is one of the most reputable law firm in Mauritius and they continue to be our first choice for complex and important cases.”

Loteswar Fangoo - Group Head Compliance and MLRO

AfrAsia Bank Limited