Former Junior Counsel, Chambers of Mr Gourab Banerji, Senior Advocate, Overseas Associate, Essex Court Chambers, London.

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Biography

Mohit is an India qualified lawyer with five (5) years of experience in international commercial arbitration, investment arbitration, commercial litigation and white-collar crimes. Mohit has appeared in over one hundred (100) cases before the Supreme Court of India, high courts and various international arbitral tribunals constituted under the aegis of institutions like SIAC, LCIA and ICC. Mohit’s focus area concerns disputes pertaining to construction contract, exploration of natural resources, foreign direct investment and money laundering. Mohit has also acted as a Tribunal Secretary in multiple international commercial arbitrations.

Prior to the MIDS, Mohit worked at the Chambers of Mr Gourab Banerji, SA and Overseas Associate, Essex Court Chambers, London. Mohit’s role entailed drafting written submissions, preparing cross-examination of witnesses in ultra-high value arbitrations, carrying out case law research, and conducting their comparative analysis. Responsibilities also included preparing case notes on facts, arguments and counter to be presented before the court/tribunal. Mohit was also the point person in handling clients for the Chambers.

Additionally, Mohit has a thriving independent practice wherein he acts as a Lead or Co-Counsel. In these independent matters, Mohit simultaneously plays the role of a solicitor and an arguing counsel. In a recent successful case, Mohit acted as a Co-Counsel in a SIAC based international arbitration. Tier-1 foreign law firms often hire Mohit to assist in matters concerning Indian law, especially regarding the law on damages and enforcement of foreign awards in India.

Beyond courts and tribunals, Mohit is passionate about sports and stock markets and has been a professional cricket player. Mohit is also an ardent dog lover and never misses an opportunity to pet a ‘good boy’.

Nationality

India

Working languages

English

Other languages

Hindi

Location

Switzerland
Geneva

Areas of Expertise

Investment Arbitration
International Commercial Arbitration
International Dispute Settlement
Commercial Litigation
White Collar Crime

Bar information

New Delhi, 2017

Former Junior Counsel, Chambers of Mr Gourab Banerji, Senior Advocate, Overseas Associate, Essex Court Chambers, London.

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