Department profile
Kochhar & Co.

Corporate/Commercial: Chennai

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Kochhar & Co.

Rankings

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Corporate/Commercial: Chennai - India

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Kochhar & Co.'s Chennai team offers strengths in a number of practice areas including banking, real estate, intellectual property and employment. The highly developed corporate offering of the law firm is complemented by a contentious practice with expertise in white-collar crime, trade mark and patent infringement, and labour cases.

Work Highlights

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  • Kochhar & Co advised ICMC Property Management India, the real estate special purpose vehicle of MSC Technology, a prominent European shipping conglomerate, on an infrastructure matter involving a FIDIC-based construction contract.

Strengths

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  • This department stands out because of its deep expertise, strong client focus and ability to deliver practical solutions quickly.

    Corporate/Commercial: Chennai respondentAsia-Pacific
  • What distinguishes this department is its exceptional professionalism, prompt communication, and deep legal expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Savitha Kesav Jagadeesan
    Band 1Savitha Kesav Jagadeesan

    Savitha Kesav Jagadeesan

    Savitha Kesav Jagadeesan co-heads the Chennai team and is experienced in equity investments, employment issues and intellectual property matters. She regularly handles trademark litigation and advisory.

    • Her ability to remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and provide timely, business-aligned advice makes her a trusted adviser.

      Corporate/Commercial: Chennai respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Savitha consistently delivers exceptional client service, demonstrating professionalism, reliability and a proactive approach in every interaction.

      Corporate/Commercial: Chennai respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 2Gaurav Chatterjee
    Band 2Gaurav Chatterjee

    Gaurav Chatterjee

    Gaurav Chatterjee is well recommended by his clients. Based in Chennai, he specialises in litigation and commercial advisory matters, as well as real estate.
    • Gaurav is prompt in communication, quick to grasp business context, and willing to engage in detailed discussions to align legal outcomes with commercial goals.

      Corporate/Commercial: Chennai respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Gaurav brings a rare combination of legal precision and commercial insight. His personal commitment and genuine interest in our success truly stand out.

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