Akshay Kishore joins Duane Morris & Selvam as Director and Head of India disputes practice

Akshay Kishore has joined Duane Morris & Selvam as Director and Head of the firm's India Dispute Resolution Practice.

Kishore is a 2007 graduate of Government Law College, Mumbai. He earned his LL.M. in International Taxation from New York University School of Law.

He has previously worked for ALMT Legal, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, AZB & Partners, Ashurst, Economic Laws Practice and Bird & Bird.

He is dual-qualified in India and the UK and brings to the firm extensive international experience in cross-border commercial disputes. He has advised clients in high-stakes arbitration, mediation, adjudication and regulatory investigations, including anti-bribery and corruption matters.

His sector focus includes infrastructure, construction, energy and mining, pharmaceuticals, shipping, telecoms and cross-border investments. He has acted under major arbitration rules such as SIAC, ICC, LCIA, DIAC, MCIA, and UNCITRAL.

On Kishore's joining, Chairman of Duane Morris & Selvam Leon Yee said,

“We are pleased to welcome Akshay to our team. Akshay’s sector expertise and focus on India-related disputes will further strengthen our regional offering and reinforce our commitment to cross-border dispute resolution.”

Head of Dispute Resolution Sarbjit Singh added,

“Akshay’s deep understanding of complex cross-border arbitration matters perfectly complements our existing strengths. His arrival will create strong synergies with our India Practice Group, currently headed by Jamie Benson and Priyank Srivastava, and help build a truly integrated, market-leading team.”

Head of International Arbitration Ramiro Rodriguez added,

“Akshay’s strong arbitration credentials will greatly enhance our team as we grow our cross-border dispute resolution practice and strengthen our leadership in the region."

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