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Meet the team

Our advocates.

A team of trial-tested advocates combining strategic advisory, courtroom advocacy, appellate litigation and dispute resolution across Mumbai, Maharashtra and India.

Professional synergy

Complementary practices.
Unified vision.

Advocate Tabish Mooman and Advocate Varun Shivhare represent complementary areas of legal practice within Mumbai’s litigation landscape. Together with our Nagpur associate partner, the firm delivers integrated solutions across criminal, civil, commercial, regulatory, property, family and corporate matters.

Advocate Varun Suresh Shivhare
Professional overview

Advocate Varun Suresh Shivhare

Co-Founder & Partner
Civil · Testamentary · Property · Corporate

Advocate Varun Suresh Shivhare is a legal practitioner based in Mumbai, primarily appearing before the High Court of Bombay on the Original and Appellate sides. He brings extensive experience across civil, corporate, testamentary, matrimonial, criminal and real estate laws.

His practice is built on professionalism, integrity and a client-focused approach, delivering strategic legal solutions, meticulous case preparation and effective courtroom advocacy for individuals, businesses, housing societies and corporate entities.

Practice areas

  • Testamentary & Succession Law — Probate, Letters of Administration, Succession Certificates and Wills
  • Civil & Corporate Litigation — Recovery, Contracts, Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
  • Real Estate & Redevelopment — Society Redevelopment, RERA, Title and Conveyancing
  • Family & Matrimonial Law — Divorce, Custody, Maintenance and Settlements
  • Criminal Litigation — White-Collar Economic Offences, Bail, Trial and Appeals
  • Negotiable Instruments Act — Section 138 Cheque Bounce and Recovery

Court & tribunal appearances

  • Supreme Court
  • High Court of Bombay — Original & Appellate Side
  • City Civil Court, Mumbai
  • Co-operative Courts & Authorities
  • Small Causes Court, Mumbai
  • Family Courts, Mumbai
  • Consumer & Quasi-Judicial Forums — RERA and Revenue Authorities

Professional affiliations

Enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
Advocate Tabish Mooman
Professional overview

Advocate Tabish Mooman

Co-Founding Partner
Criminal · Regulatory · Securities · Commercial

Advocate Tabish Mooman is a litigation practitioner based in Mumbai. He regularly appears before the Supreme Court of India, Bombay High Court, Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT), City Civil & Sessions Courts, Special Courts, Family Courts, Small Causes Courts and Metropolitan Magistrate Courts across Maharashtra.

With extensive experience in regulatory, corporate, criminal, civil and commercial litigation, his practice combines strategic case management, meticulous preparation and courtroom advocacy. He handles regulatory disputes and trial-level litigation for corporate entities, financial institutions, developers, entrepreneurs and individual clients.

Practice areas

  • Corporate & Commercial Litigation
  • Securities & Regulatory Law — SAT / SEBI
  • Criminal Litigation & White-Collar Defence
  • NIA, UAPA and MPID
  • Real Estate & Redevelopment
  • Family & Matrimonial Law
  • Debt Recovery & Negotiable Instruments — Section 138

Court & tribunal appearances

  • Supreme Court
  • High Court of Bombay
  • Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT)
  • City Civil Court & Sessions Courts, Mumbai
  • Special Courts — MCOCA, NDPS and NIA matters
  • Metropolitan Magistrate Courts — Mumbai & Thane
  • Family Courts & Small Causes Court, Mumbai

Notable representations & reported matters

Sandeep Gadoli Encounter Trial (2026)

Defence counsel in the decade-long alleged fake encounter case at Andheri in 2016. As reported by the Hindustan Times, the Sessions Court acquitted all seven accused for lack of cogent evidence to establish conspiracy.

Iqbal Kaskar Matters (2024–2025)

Secured acquittal in the 2017 MCOCA case in April 2025 before Special Judge B. D. Shelke and in the Thane builder extortion matter in June 2024. Covered by The Indian Express and Hindustan Times.

Price Waterhouse & Co. vs. SEBI (SAT)

Part of the counsel panel instructing Senior Advocates before the Securities Appellate Tribunal in appeals arising from the Satyam matter, addressing regulatory jurisdiction and auditor accountability. Reported by LiveLaw and Bar & Bench.

“Combining regulatory insight, commercial understanding and courtroom experience to deliver practical, result-oriented legal representation across complex disputes and multiple judicial and regulatory forums.”

Professional affiliations

Enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
Advocate Mandar Rajeev Pande
Nagpur practice

Advocate Mandar Rajeev Pande

Associate Partner — Nagpur
Criminal · Civil · Family · Revenue · Land Acquisition

Advocate Mandar Rajeev Pande is a practising lawyer based in Nagpur with experience in criminal, civil, charity, revenue, land acquisition and family law matters. He regularly appears before Magistrate Courts, Civil Courts, Family Courts, Revenue Courts, the Charity Commissioner, Land Acquisition Tribunals and the Hon’ble High Court.

With expertise in legal drafting, litigation support and court representation, he assists clients with petitions, complaints, affidavits and legal notices. His approach focuses on clear communication, strategic case management and protecting clients’ legal rights while maintaining professional ethics and confidentiality.

Practice areas

  • Criminal Law & Bail — Regular and Anticipatory
  • Domestic Violence, Divorce & Family Disputes
  • Maintenance & Alimony Matters
  • Land Acquisition & Revenue Courts
  • Charity Commissioner Matters
  • Appeals, Revisions & Legal Documentation

Education & registration

  • LL.B, LL.M, Dip. CL — Rizvi Law College, University of Mumbai (2019)
  • Enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
  • Sanad Registration: MAH/1823/2020
  • Active litigation practice since 2020
Nirmal Nagari, Nagpur, Maharashtra+91 98339 59336mandarrpande@gmail.com
Our team

People behind
the practice.

Our team supports clients across litigation, arbitration, regulatory matters and office operations in Mumbai.

Advocate Mohd Arshad Qureshi

Advocate Mohd Arshad Qureshi

Team member
Criminal · Civil · Family Law

Practising in Mumbai before Magistrate Courts, Family Courts and the High Court, handling bail applications, domestic violence, divorce, maintenance and related proceedings since 2022.

Practice areas

  • Criminal Law & Bail — Regular and Anticipatory
  • Domestic Violence, Divorce & Family Disputes
  • Maintenance & Alimony Matters
  • Appeals, Revisions & Legal Notices
  • Court Representation & Litigation Support

Education & registration

  • LL.B — Rizvi Law College, University of Mumbai (2020)
  • Enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
  • Sanad Registration: MAH/5917/2021
Advocate Raghav Srivatsa

Advocate Raghav Srivatsa

Team member
Civil Litigation · Arbitration · RERA

Appears before the Bombay High Court, City Civil Court and RERA Appellate Tribunal across civil suits, writ petitions involving BMC / SRA, RERA appeals and arbitration disputes.

Practice areas

  • Civil Suits & Partition Suits
  • Writ Petitions — BMC & SRA matters
  • RERA Appeals before Appellate Tribunal
  • Arbitration Disputes
  • Legal Drafting, Research & Advocacy

Education & registration

  • BA.LL.B — Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Kharghar
  • Enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
  • Sanad Registration: MAH/12775/2024
Advocate Arshi Shaikh

Advocate Arshi Shaikh

Team member
Criminal Law · Trial Practice · Legal Research

Advocate Arshi Shaikh is a practising lawyer in Maharashtra. Since receiving her Sanad in 2024, she has established herself as a dependable and articulate junior in the firm’s criminal court practice.

Her thorough preparation, sharp legal reasoning and calm composure under pressure support the handling of complex criminal cases. She demonstrates a strong grasp of procedural law and develops well-researched arguments. Her dedication to client care and commitment to justice reflect the standards of the firm.

Advocate Afaf B. Saudagar

Advocate Afaf B. Saudagar

Team member
Civil Law · Inheritance Law · Legal Drafting

Advocate Afaf B. Saudagar is a practising lawyer in Maharashtra specialising in civil and inheritance law. Since receiving her Sanad in 2022, she has focused on precise legal drafting, thorough case preparation and client-centred support.

She drafts agreements, legal notices, pleadings, affidavits and petitions with attention to detail and procedural compliance. She handles inheritance and succession matters, conducts legal research, develops case strategies and represents clients in Magistrate and Civil Courts on inheritance-related civil cases. Her work reflects methodical preparation, clear communication and a focus on protecting clients’ interests.

Mr. Raj Bhagat

Mr. Raj Bhagat

Team member
Office Attendant

Mr. Raj Bhagat serves as the firm’s Office Attendant and supports the smooth functioning of office operations. He organises internal files, distributes documents, runs office errands and ensures essential supplies are stocked and available.

Known for his diligence, punctuality and positive attitude, he approaches his work with dedication and professionalism. His reliability, willingness to assist colleagues and strong sense of teamwork contribute to an efficient workplace and the day-to-day operations of the firm.

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