KLA Legal

KLA Legal is a contemporary full-service law firm with offices in Gurugram, Mumbai, and GIFT-City, IFSC, Gujarat. KLA Legal offers a comprehensive suite of legal services, spanning shipping, litigation, and general corporate matters, yet the Firm is distinctively renowned for its deep expertise and market-leading practice in aviation law, including aviation leasing, asset financing, and aircraft repossessions.

The Firm regularly advises the Indian Government, including the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, on regulatory reforms such as amendments to the Aircraft Rules in line with India’s obligations under the Cape Town Convention. These initiatives have contributed to creating a lessor- and financier-friendly civil aviation environment in India. The Firm has also played an active role in shaping the country’s legal and regulatory framework, including efforts to facilitate aviation financing in IFSC GIFT-City, Gujarat.

Renowned for its solution-oriented approach, KLA Legal’s team comprises a dynamic blend of experienced and young lawyers, combining deep legal expertise with energy and innovation. The team is particularly recognised for its strength in aviation law, including high-profile repossessions such as Kingfisher, Jet Airways, and GoFirst.

The Firm is headed by Mr. Ajay Kumar, who brings 19 years of extensive experience in aviation law. Under his leadership, KLA Legal has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, solution-oriented legal services and advising both domestic and international clients on structuring complex transactions and regulatory matters. He is supported by key team members Mr. Hetram Bishnoi and Ms. Anchal Nanda, who contribute their expertise and dedication to strengthening the Firm’s capabilities across aviation and transactional matters. The firm also serves on the Legal Advisory Panel (LAP) of the Aviation Working Group (AWG).