Mrs. Aparna R. Shrivastava
Founder, Aasra Arbitrix and Mediation Hub LLP & Reliable Legal Partners
Mrs. Aparna R. Shrivastava is a distinguished legal professional with over 22 years of experience in corporate and commercial laws. As the founder of both Aasra Arbitrix and Mediation Hub LLP and Reliable Legal Partners, she brings unparalleled expertise in arbitration, litigation, and corporate legal consulting.
Academic Excellence
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Corporate Laws & International Business from National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR), Hyderabad
- Recipient of the prestigious SAARC LAW International Scholarship sponsored by M.K. Nambiar SAARCLAW Charitable Trust
- PG Diploma in Arbitration and Conciliation from Mumbai University
- Certificate Course in Arbitration from IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Currently pursuing PhD in Mergers and Acquisition from JJTU
Professional Highlights
- 22+ years of active practice with the Bar Council of Maharashtra
- Appointed as Sole Arbitrator for Tata Group of Companies and many other prominent organizations
- Empaneled as an advocate and legal consultant for numerous financial institutions including ICICI Bank, Manappuram Finance Ltd., IIFL Finance Limited, Karur Vysya Bank, Kotak Mahindra Prime Limited, AU Small Finance Bank, and several others
- Expert Counsel in Civil, Criminal & Arbitration Laws
- Visiting Faculty at Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) and Adhia Law College, Juhu, Mumbai
Distinguished Experience
Mrs. Shrivastava's exceptional career path includes working under the guidance of Hon'ble Chief Justice of India, Dr. Dhananjaya Yashwant Chandrachud, and collaborating with the DGM of Prosecution Department at Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Her corporate experience spans organizations like Johnson & Johnson, Thomson Reuters, and Shamrao Vithal Bank.
Adv. Manoj B. Dalvi
Senior Advocate & Arbitrator
Adv. Manoj B. Dalvi is a distinguished legal professional with nearly three decades of extensive experience in various facets of law. With 29 years of dedicated legal practice, he has established himself as a trusted advocate and arbitrator for numerous prestigious institutions and corporations.
Professional Experience
- 29 years of active legal practice since enrollment on July 18, 1995 (MAH/2037/1995)
- Commenced career as Assistant Advocate with Banatwala & Co. Advocates & Solicitors in July 1995
- Elevated to Partner at Banatwala & Co. in 2006
- Established his independent legal practice in 2012
- Member of the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
Areas of Expertise
- Property Law
- Construction Contracts
- Corporate Laws
- Arbitration Proceedings
- Civil Litigation
Esteemed Clientele
- National Textile Corporation (Government of India Undertaking)
- L&T Finance Ltd. (Appointed as Arbitrator since 2012)
- Tata Motors Finance Ltd.
- NeoGrowth Credit Pvt. Ltd. (Appointed as Arbitrator)
- IDFC Bank (Appointed as Arbitrator)
- Mintifi Finserve Pvt. Ltd.
- Fortune Integrated Assets Finance Ltd. (Appointed as Arbitrator)
- InCred Financial Services Limited (Appointed as Arbitrator)
- APAC Financial Services Pvt. Ltd. (Appointed as Arbitrator)
Dr. Vasantrao Rajaram Patil
Advocate, High Court | Former District Judge | Legal Consultant
Dr. Vasantrao Rajaram Patil brings over four decades of distinguished legal experience spanning judicial service, government advisory roles, and private practice. With his extensive background in constitutional law and judicial administration, he offers unparalleled expertise as an advocate and arbitrator.
Academic Excellence
- Ph.D. in Law
- LL.M. specializing in Constitutional Law
- B.A. in English
Judicial Career
- Served as Judge, City Civil Court & Additional Sessions Judge, Mumbai (November 1997 until retirement as Selection Grade District Judge in 2011)
- Appointed as Legal Advisor-cum-Joint Secretary to Government of Maharashtra, Law and Judiciary Department (December 2007 to January 2010)
- Served as Director of Prosecution, Maharashtra State, Mumbai (January 2010 to June 2010)
- Appointed as Member, CAFEPOSA Committee
- Designated as 'Competent Authority' under the Evacuee Property Act by the Central Government
Legal Practice
- Practicing Advocate at the High Court since January 2012
- Experience in High Court and Subordinate Courts and Tribunals
- Empanelled as a Sole Arbitrator by the High Court (notification dated September 17, 2014)
- Previously practiced as an advocate in Aurangabad (1983-1997)
- Served as Special Counsel of the State in Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal, Aurangabad
Advisory Roles
Distinguished record as Legal Advisor to prestigious educational institutions:
- Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education Divisional Board, Aurangabad
- Marathawada Agriculture University, Parbhani
- North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon
Public Service
- Appointed as Chairman, Juvenile Welfare Board, District Aurangabad (December 1991 to October 1997)
- Served as Member, Board of Studies (Syllabus Committee) for Law Faculty, North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon (June 1994 to October 1997)
Manohar Yashwantrao Mankar
Retired District and Sessions Judge | Arbitration Expert
Mr. Manohar Yashwantrao Mankar brings a wealth of judicial experience spanning over three decades, with specialized expertise in arbitration proceedings. His distinguished career in the judiciary combined with his extensive arbitration experience makes him an invaluable asset in the resolution of complex legal disputes.
Judicial Career
- Retired District and Sessions Judge - City Civil Court, Mumbai (March 2014)
- Special Judge for NDPS Act and CBI cases
- District and Sessions Judge
- Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate
- Metropolitan Magistrate in Mumbai (appointed July 1992)
- Over 20 years of experience as a judge in various capacities
Arbitration Expertise
- Actively involved in Arbitration proceedings since 2019
- Has passed awards in more than 2000 cases
- Brings judicial rigor and procedural fairness to arbitration proceedings
Additional Leadership Roles
- Served as President of District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum for 5 years (term completed in February 2019)
- Demonstrated expertise in consumer protection law and dispute resolution
Legal Practice
- Enrolled as an Advocate in July 1980
- Practiced law for 12 years before appointment to the judiciary