With expertise in commercial disputes, project execution disputes, corporate fraud, and white-collar crimes, Pioneer Legal is capable of handling litigation and arbitration proceedings alongside court representation and advisory services. The group is instructed by clients from a range of industry sectors such as banking and finance, manufacturing, and engineering. Firm co-founder Satish Kishanchandani and disputes resolution specialist Narendra Dingankar co-head the practice. Kishanchandani is highly regarded for his extensive experience handling disputes arising from private equity and M&A transactions, as well as joint ventures and restructuring. Dingankar stands out for his aptitude in forensic investigations, civil and criminal actions, and arbitration proceedings.
Key clients
- National Bulk Handling Corporation
- ISMT Ltd.
- Kirloskar Ferrous Industries Ltd.
- Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Ltd.
- Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.
- Kotak Mahindra Investments Ltd.
- Kotak India Realty Fund Ltd.
- Simto Investment Company Limited
Work highlights
- Advised National Bulk Handling Corporation in the writ petition that was filed inter alia for quashing the client from the IBA Caution List of "Third Parties Involved in Fraud".
- Advised ISMT Ltd. and Kirloskar Ferrous Industries Ltd. in an application that was filed under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013 seeking directions of the Tribunal for the convening and dispensation of the meetings of the equity shareholders, secured creditors, and unsecured creditors of the Applicant Companies for seeking their approval to the merger scheme.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Satish Kishanchandani, Narendra Dingankar