FOUNDER & SENIOR LEGAL CONSULTANT

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Sajid Aboobacker

Founder & Senior Legal Consultant

We have the most experienced lawyers

LITIGATION TEAM

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Hani AL Jasmi

Founder & Chairman of Hani Al Jasmi Advocates

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Abbas AL Hawai

Advocate

LEGAL COUNSEL

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Chintu Krishna Rajah

Legal Counsel

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Smritti Mathew Varghese

Legal Consultant

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Amjad Mohamad Zakaria Aleed

Legal Consultant

INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION

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Adv. P. Mani Kurian
BA LL.B, IP, (Arb), MBA (Wales)

Adv.P.Mani Kurian is an experience Lawyer/Legal Consultant having 23 years Legal experience in India and in Nigeria. He is a certified Arbitrator empaneled in the list of Neutral Arbitrators with Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation (IIAM) in India as well as an accredited Arbitrator empaneled with Asia Pacific Center for Arbitration and Mediation (APCAM) at India, Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Nepal & South Korea. He is legal consultant for the Indian Embassy, Nigeria.

He specialized in Corporate & Commercial Laws, Regulatory affairs, Intellectual property, Property laws & Family Law matters and is adept in strategic planning and an expertise in Business Development.

Adv.P.Mani Kurian holds his Bachelor’s Degree in Law from Mangalore University and done his specialization in Intellectual property from WIPO (Geneva). He also holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from University of Wales.

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Sameer Tapia

Mr. Tapia is the Founder and Senior Partner of ALMT Legal Advocates & Solicitors, which is a full-service law firm and practice. ALMT Legal came to be the first Indian law firm to be set up in the UK on 10th January 2000.

Mr. Tapia has over 35 years of experience and specializes in various practice areas including Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration/Mediation, Aviation, Shipping & Maritime, Media Entertainment, Corporate/Commercial matters and Private Clients.

He has rich experience in handling complex litigation matters in a practical and fair manner. He is extremely meticulous and articulate in his arguing skills. He has successfully represented various clients before courts and tribunals across India. He regularly advises his clients, both domestic and internationally, and keeps the clients’ interest paramount while dealing with matters.

Mr. Tapia is actively involved with several prestigious organizations, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to various sectors. His affiliations include:

  • British Business Group (BBG), Mumbai,
    Trustee and Managing Committee Member
  • Kalaghoda Association (KGA), Mumbai,
    Honorary Treasurer
  • The Artist Centre, Mumbai,
    Trustee
  • Rotary Club of Bombay,
    Director and Member of the Club
  • International Bar Association (IBA),
    Member
  • Entrepreneur’s Organization (EO),
    Member
  • Young Presidents’ Organisation (YPO),
    Member
  • The Malabar Hill Club,
    Chairman – Disciplinary Committee

outside of his professional pursuits, Mr. Tapia has a deep passion for Horse Racing, Travelling, and is an Art Collector.

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Nisha Poddar

Advocate Nisha Poddar is a distinguished legal professional with over 10 years of experience and a steadfast commitment to delivering justice and personalized legal strategies for her clients.

As the founder of SS Astra Legal & Associates, she has built a practice founded on the core pillars of integrity, professionalism, and unwavering client advocacy.

With extensive experience navigating the complexities of the Indian legal system, she provides strategic counsel across a diverse range of practice areas, ensuring that every client receives the dedicated attention their case demands.

Advocate Nisha Poddar brings over 10 years of dedicated legal experience to SS Astra Legal & Associates. Her practice is built on a foundation of rigorous legal scholarship, strategic acumen, and an unwavering commitment to her clients.

Recognized for her meticulous approach to complex litigation and her compassionate counsel in family matters, Advocate Poddar has successfully represented clients across diverse jurisdictions and legal forums.

She believes that every legal challenge requires a bespoke strategy. By combining deep substantive legal knowledge with practical courtroom experience, she ensures that her clients' rights are fiercely protected and their objectives are achieved efficiently.