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A Mumbai-based lawyer with over 15 years of experience, he specializes in Criminal Law and is the author of the book Stages in Criminal Trial. His professional practice also extends to arbitration, where he appears both as counsel and as an arbitrator. In addition to his core areas of expertise, he has a keen and sustained interest in Constitutional Law.
Professional Highlights
Reported judgements
- 2016 Cri.L.J. 3415 - Madras Pharmaceuticals and Ors. Vs. State of Maharashtra and Anr.
- 2023 (3) ABR (Cri) 742 - Vikas Ambadas Bhamre vs. State of Maharashtra
- 2023 ACD 354 - Sunil Bhai Sheth vs. M/s Agricore Commodities Pvt. Ltd.
- (2020) 2 NIJ 417 - Anita Lalwani vs. State of Maharashtra
- 2026 (1) ABR 531 - Uvik Technologies Pvt. Ltd. vs. Nearby Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and Anr.
Publications
- Authored the book "Stages in Criminal Trial" published by All India Reporter
- Article on "Remedies Management" published in AIR February - 2022 Journal section
- Article titled "Aftermath of a proviso" published in Criminal Law March - 2025 Journal section
- Introductions to BNS, BNSS, BSA in AIR's Maniual on New criminal laws
Activities & Accolades
Browse through moments from book publication, speaking engagements, and academic achievements.
Experienced Mumbai Lawyer
He began his career under the guidance of esteemed legal professionals, including the late Shri Atul Munim and Mr. Jai Munim of Bachubhai Munim & Co., where he gained extensive exposure to civil, commercial, and corporate litigation. He further refined his expertise in criminal law under the mentorship of the eminent criminal lawyer Mr. Subodh Desai.
Comprehensive Legal Expertise
This strong foundation has shaped Hrishikesh R. Chavan into a seasoned Mumbai-based lawyer with over 15 years of diverse experience, distinguished by his focused expertise in criminal law alongside his practice in arbitration and constitutional law.
Litigation
Criminal Law
Arbitration
Constitutional Law
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Lectures
Served as contributory lecturer for Labour Laws and Human Resource Management at Symbiosis Law School, Pune, and regularly delivers lectures on various legal topics.
Current Empanelments
- High Court Legal Service Authority, Bombay High Court
- Arbitrators and Conciliators' panel, Bombay High Court
- Employees' State Insurance Corporation
- MSEB Holding Co. Ltd.
Professional membership
Member of Bombay Bar Association
Educational Background
Academic Excellence
- LL.M. from Maharashtra National Law University (2021) - GOLD MEDALIST
- M.B.A. from Nagpur University (2009)
- LL.B. from Nagpur University (2007)
Practical Project Experience
- Completed project on "Labour Law compliances" from TATA Motors, Pune
- Project on "Full and Final Settlement and Recovery Procedures" at Reliance Communication, Mumbai
Professional Participation
Conference Presentations
- Presented paper on "Strategic management of legal remedies" at conference on Law and Management
- Presented paper on "Constitutional Validity of reservations in Private Employment" at National Seminar
Training & Activities
- Completed training program on Patents by Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India
- Represented the Management Institute in workshop on "Dealing with conflict" by India Peace Centre
- Chief coordinator of seminar on "Euthanasia" and organizing committee member for AGRO VISION 2007
- Awarded Mr. Fresher 2007 in MBA and elected Class Representative
- Participated in National Summer Project Presentation Competition