Pune/Mumbai, 20th March 2025
Desai & Diwanji,
a leading law firm, strengthened its Pune office by appointing two new partners, Ms. Jaya M. Devashish and Mr. Prasad Gangadharan.
Ms. Devashish is a seasoned corporate legal professional with extensive expertise in M&A, legal due diligence, compliance, and IP management. She has held key positions at leading law firms and served as Head of Legal at Kinetic Green. Ms. Devashish has worked previously Dua and Associates; AZB & Partners. She has served as Head Legal of Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Limited.
Mr. Prasad Gangadharan, a Senior Legal Counsel with over 15 years of experience, specializes in Corporate Law, International Transactions, Litigation, IPR, and Employment Law, providing strategic advice to global organizations on complex legal issues. With 25 + years experienced senior Indian lawyer and executive with a substantial background in deal-making, business development, litigation, legal advice, Compliance and Board governance in the information technology, telecommunications, fintech, logistics,E Governance and real estate sectors including start-ups. Prior to Desai & Diwanji, he worked as Senior Counsel/ Head- Legal in IT Companies like malomatia, TechMahindra, IBS Sofware, Systime, Synechron and CMS Computers. I have also worked as an Attorney in Bahrain based Fintech Company Paytabs, General Manager- Legal in Telecom Infrastructure Company GTL Ltd and Legal Manager in logistics Company BlueDart Ltd and Metro Entertainment Pvt Ltd.
Mr. Vishwang Desai, Managing Partner, Desai & Diwanji commented,
“The addition of Jaya and Prasad will significantly enhance our Pune team, strengthening our capabilities and service offerings, allowing us to deliver innovative legal solutions to our clients.”
Ms. Devashish’s specialization in M&A and IP management, combined with Mr. Gangadharan’s proficiency in litigation will further strengthen the firm’s Pune office. Their contributions will enhance the firm’s ability to manage complex legal challenges effectively.
Ms. Devashish commented,
“Joining Desai & Diwanji is an exciting opportunity for me, to be able to contribute to its legacy of excellence in M&A. I’m looking forward to driving innovative M&A strategies and strengthen corporate governance for our clients.”
Mr. Gangadharan added,
“I look forward to leveraging my expertise and experience, help businesses navigate through complex compliance terrains and facilitate closing strategic business deals. It’s my pleasure to be a part of Desai & Diwanji.”
This further solidifies Desai & Diwanji’s position as one of India’s premier law firms, committed to delivering high-quality legal services and valuable insights to clients.
About Desai & Diwanji:
Founded in 1930 by Ambubhai D. Desai and Kisonlal M. Diwanji, the firm began as a litigation and real estate practice in Mumbai’s financial district. Over the decades, it evolved into one of India’s leading corporate and commercial law firms. Following India’s liberalization in 1991, the firm grew in tandem with the country’s economic development, becoming a full-service law firm. Today, Desai & Diwanji advises multinational corporations, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals, continuing to uphold the founding principles of partnership, client satisfaction, and high-quality legal service.
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