Clyde & Co Senior Associate Hari Krishna moves to Holman Fenwick Willan’s Dubai office

Former Clyde & Co Senior Associate Hari Krishna has joined Holman Fenwick Willan as a Senior Associate in its Dubai office with effect from July 1, 2013. Hari Krishna, who is dual qualified in India and England & Wales, is a shipping, commodities and offshore energy specialist.

He is a graduate of National Law School of India University, Bangalore. He initially worked at the Chambers of Maritime Practitioner S Venkiteswaran in Mumbai after which he went to the US to do his LL.M from Tulane Law School. Thereafter he joined Clyde & Co in Dubai and has been based in Dubai since 2007.

Speaking to Bar & Bench, Hari Krishna said, “Part of this move is to focus more on India than I have in the past”.

“I am really excited about my new role and look forward to engaging with the Indian market more frequently”, added Hari Krishna.

Simon Cartwright, Head of HFW Dubai shipping and trade team, commented, “We are delighted to welcome Hari. He brings with him a wealth of both legal and market experience, and will be a very valuable addition to our team.”