White & Brief elevates Kanan Chawda to Partner in Dispute Resolution, ADR & Contracts Practice

White & Brief Advocates and Solicitors has elevated Kanan Chawda to Partner in its Dispute Resolution, ADR & Contracts practice.

Chawda has over a decade of experience across dispute resolution and contracts, with a practice that also extends to real estate, finance, and media matters, and international engagements across South Asia, Europe, and the UAE.

An alumna of the NUSRL, Ranchi, she has handled high-stakes disputes and arbitration matters across jurisdictions and regularly advises clients on litigation strategy, risk mitigation, and dispute avoidance. Her practice is distinguished by a blended approach that combines dispute resolution expertise with commercial contract advisory, enabling clients to navigate both contentious proceedings and business-critical transactions effectively.

Chawda regularly appears before the Supreme Court, High Courts and other judicial and quasi-judicial forums and has led dispute resolution mandates across India. Her client portfolio includes leading domestic and international businesses, including Fortune 500 companies, whom she advises on complex litigation, arbitration, and commercial risk management.

Her arbitration practice spans the entire lifecycle of disputes, including pre-dispute advisory, claims and defence strategy, arbitral proceedings, and the enforcement and challenge of awards. In addition, she advises clients on commercial contracts and transactional risk allocation, helping businesses proactively manage legal exposure and avoid disputes.

Nilesh Tribhuvann, Managing Partner of White & Brief – Advocates and Solicitors said,

“Kanan’s elevation reflects the rigour, meticulous preparation and strategic thinking she has consistently brought to some of our most significant disputes and arbitration mandates. She has earned the confidence of our clients and partnership alike through her ability to manage complex matters across jurisdictions while delivering practical and commercially sound solutions. We congratulate her and look forward to the next chapter of her journey with us.”

Speaking on her elevation, Chawda said,

“I am grateful to the partnership for its trust and support throughout my journey at the Firm. White & Brief has provided me with the opportunity to work on challenging disputes, and arbitration matters across India while building enduring relationships with our clients. I look forward to contributing to the Firm’s continued growth and strengthening its position as a trusted advisor in dispute resolution and commercial matters.”

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