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5 St James Court is a top chambers that offers specialist knowledge in litigation and arbitration matters in Mauritius. The team is well equipped to assist with commercial disputes and boasts additional expertise in restructuring and insolvency matters. It remains a favourite among government bodies and companies active in the financial, energy and telecommunications sectors.
Work Highlights
- 5 St James Court represented the Republic of India in an injunctive action to prevent an investment company from pursuing arbitration proceedings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is very effective and responsive."
"5 St James Court always provides the services required on time."
"The team is very effective and responsive."
"5 St James Court always provides the services required on time."
Notable Practitioners
Ravindra Chetty SC represents international banks, corporates and government bodies in arbitration matters and in appeal proceedings.
"He is recognised as one of the top barristers on the island. He thinks outside of the box and he can be upfront with you if a case will not be won in the courts."
"Ravindra Chetty SC is very well respected in his field, and the opinions that he provides balance the risks. What is good is that he is always composed and always has the right mindset which is required by organisations like ours. He provides advice with a lot of wisdom and experience."
Avinash Sunassee maintains a strong litigation practice, frequently representing clients in shareholder disputes as well as in restructuring and insolvency proceedings.
"His strategic input has been very valuable in the context of tricky litigation. He is very helpful from a legal and practical perspective and for getting the client through the disputes."
"I was very impressed by Avinash Sunassee's work in court. I think highly of him because of how well-spoken he was and how well he kept his composure."
Yashley Reesaul makes his debut in the rankings with positive support from market commentators. He regularly acts in cases arising from commercial disputes, acting for both domestic and international clients. He is additionally experienced as an arbitrator.
"He takes nothing at face value and goes in depth with everything. When I am giving him work, I am sure that he will go into the depths of the matter and ensure all bases are covered."
"He is a good barrister who does well in court."