Expansion of JSA workforce as IndusLaw's contentious Delhi division relocates
J. Sagar Associates (JSA), a leading law firm in India, is experiencing a wave of high-profile partnerships in 2024. This surge in interest can be attributed to JSA's strong institutional foundation, emphasis on sophisticated client advice presentation, collaborative culture, and reputation for providing structured, complex legal services across multiple sectors and jurisdictions.
The firm's visionary founder, Jyoti Sagar, and the values he instilled have created a workplace that nurtures professional growth and attracts leading legal talent. Former partner Manish Kumar Jha, who worked at JSA for nearly 16 years until 2024, highlights that JSA offers not only scale and exposure but also discipline, team dynamics, and an environment supportive of managing demanding, cross-sector client relationships.
New Additions to the Team
In a significant move, Iqbal Khan, a M&A giant, joined JSA last month with a team of 20. Khan's expertise in mergers and acquisitions will undoubtedly strengthen JSA's position in the market.
Another notable addition is the four-lawyer disputes team from IndusLaw in Delhi, led by partner Padmaja Kaul. Kaul, with around 14 years of experience, advises domestic and international clients in commercial disputes. She has expertise in contentious exits, shareholder disputes, insolvency, winding up, white collar crimes, and employment disputes and investigations. Kaul has worked extensively in the telecom sector, having advised various telecom giants in their disputes with shareholders and vendors.
Strategic Independence and Meritocracy
J. Sagar Associates values strategic independence, which is a key factor attracting partners to the firm, particularly from closely held and/or family-run law firms. The firm operates under a meritocratic setup, ensuring that talent and hard work are rewarded.
Brijita Prakash, a real estate lawyer, joined J. S.A. along with seven lawyers from DSK Legal in Bengaluru. A four-member disputes team from Krishnamurthy & Co joined J. Sagar Associates in Mumbai.
These partnerships underscore JSA's commitment to attracting and retaining top legal practitioners. The firm's focus on institutional systems, mentorship, and a collaborative and supportive culture has made it a genuine place for lawyers to grow professionally while enjoying a rewarding career.
The influx of distinguished lawyers, such as Iqbal Khan with his team specializing in mergers and acquisitions and Padmaja Kaul leading a disputes team experienced in various sectors including telecom, signifies JSA's expansion in real estate law, finance, and technology. The strategic independence offered by JSA, coupled with its meritocratic culture, attracts legal professionals from various backgrounds, as demonstrated by the addition of Brijita Prakash, a real estate lawyer. The firm's strong foundation in sophisticated client advice presentation, collaborative culture, and reputation for providing complex legal services across diverse sectors continues to drive its growth in the business world.