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From Emergency to Eminence: Rajiv Nayar on 46 Years in Indian Law | The Legacy Series

What happens when a journalist’s son, deeply affected by censorship during the Emergency, stumbles into law - only to become one of the country’s most respected legal voices?
In this unforgettable episode of The Daily Lawyer Legacy Series, Senior Advocate Rajiv Nayar of the Delhi High Court reflects on:
His accidental entry into the legal profession after the Emergency
Representing marquee clients in landmark cases and navigating 100+ cross-jurisdictional corporate disputes
Observing the evolution of India’s legal system post-liberalisation
The art of reading a judge and mastering courtroom advocacy
His strong opposition to tribunalization and the transfer of judges
And why honesty, not hustle, is the real key to longevity in law
He also shares his early struggles from working out of a 10x10 office in Connaught Place to building a 46-year career arguing before India’s top benches and the personal philosophies that carried him through.
This episode is a masterclass in restraint, rigour, and the quiet power of building a legal career on integrity and insight - not just ambition.
Watch the full episode now on YouTubeAlso available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & Amazon Music.
The Legacy Series is presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co., Advocates & Solicitors, one of India’s oldest law firms with over 115 years of heritage.
Together, we’re preserving the minds and milestones of India’s legal greats - for the generations to come.
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LinkedIn India’s GC on Law, Leadership & Life | Aditi Jha | The General Counsel Series

What does it take to lead the legal function in a world driven by constant change? In this episode of The General Counsel Series (in proud collaboration with  ⁨@zohosign⁩  ), we speak with Aditi Jha, Board Director and Country Head - Legal and Government Affairs, at LinkedIn India, whose remarkable journey spans law, technology, and leadership. Aditi talks about:
- How she built a patent portfolio from scratch in her early career
- What it means to lead legal at a company which is at the forefront of technology
- The role of storytelling in influencing business decisions
- Building gender equity into the product, with data
- How she uses systems thinking and legal tech
- Why curiosity, not perfection, makes great lawyers
You’ll walk away with powerful insights into modern legal practice, business alignment, public policy, negotiation, team leadership, and more.
Whether you’re a GC, tech professional, in-house lawyer, or aspiring leader, this episode will stay with you.
A big thank you to  ⁨@zohosign⁩  for powering this series.
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GC Wisdom You Won’t Find in Law School | Anubhuti Agrawal | GC Series x Zoho Sign

Welcome to The Daily Lawyer® Podcast -  and another powerful episode in The General Counsel Series, proudly presented in collaboration with Zoho Sign.
Today’s guest is Anubhuti Agrawal, Senior Counsel - Development South Asia at Hilton with an impressive career across leading global companies, including Cargill. 
With deep legal and leadership experience, Anubhuti brings a refreshing voice to this conversation, where she talks about:
 ✅ How the GC role has shifted from oversight to foresight ✅ Building confidence through clarity, not complexity ✅ Why agility, humility, and people skills now matter as much as legal knowledge ✅ What she learned by walking out of a hostile negotiation room ✅ Legal tech, digital signatures, and the real barriers to adoption ✅ Motherhood, mentorship, managing teams, and making lists
Whether you’re a young lawyer, a seasoned GC, a woman balancing ambition and caregiving, or someone rethinking how law fits into business, this episode will leave you wiser, steadier, and smiling.
Connect with us: 
 
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Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Amazon Music.
 
Presented in collaboration with Zoho Sign -  A comprehensive e-signature solution built for Indian businesses.
 
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How India’s Leading GCs navigate complexities in the Financial Sector | Amber Gupta, NSE

Welcome to the second episode of The General Counsel Series - brought to you by The Daily Lawyer in collaboration with Zoho Sign, India’s trusted digital signature solution.
In this candid and wisdom-packed conversation, Amber Gupta, Senior Vice President and Head of Legal at National Stock Exchange of India, walks us through:
His nearly three decade journey as a legal professional in the the financial sector
How the GC role has evolved from a reactive function to strategic decision making
Why he believes legal professionals are like doctors
Tech innovations he pioneered long before legal tech was a trend
His deep belief in visualisation, journaling, and mindful leadership
How cooking connects to contracts!
Amber shares rare insights on legal transformation, stakeholder trust, team leadership, and the true heart of legal strategy - all delivered with depth, grace, and humility.
Watch till the end for his philosophy on manifestation, legacy, and building relationships that outlast job titles.
Presented in collaboration with Zoho Sign - a comprehensive, Indian-made digital signature solution for modern legal teams. 
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Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Amazon Music.
 
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C.S. Vaidyanathan on Ayodhya, Rajiv Gandhi & River Disputes | The Legacy Series

Join us for a deeply insightful conversation with Senior Advocate C.S. Vaidyanathan, one of India's most respected legal minds, in this powerful instalment of The Legacy Series.
The Legacy Series, presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co. (one of India's oldest law firms with over 115 years of heritage), is our humble attempt to preserve the wisdom and contributions of the giants of India’s legal profession.
We are honoured to collaborate with a firm whose values mirror our mission to create this historical archive of legal excellence.
In this enriching episode, Mr. Vaidyanathan reflects on:
His journey from aspiring engineer to Supreme Court advocate
Mentorship under Mr. K.K. Venugopal and the values that shaped his career
Representing the Tamil Nadu Police in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination investigation
The 11-year preparation and 40-day courtroom marathon of the Ram Janmabhoomi case
How he navigates faith, media, and the courtroom with balance
Resolving complex interstate water disputes
Adapting advocacy styles across India’s courts
The real role of Solicitor Generals and public prosecutors
The soul-satisfying cases that shaped his worldview
Why classical music, brevity in argument, and clarity in thought matter
Practical insights on judicial delay and courtroom productivity
His legacy as a mentor to future judges and senior advocates
The importance of communication, independence, and ethics in law
This episode is a masterclass for lawyers, law students, policymakers, and every Indian citizen interested in justice, democracy, and public service.
To Solomon & Co., we extend our sincerest thanks. It is an honour to be associated with a firm that truly embodies the spirit of legal legacy.
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From Law Firm to GC: Jasmeet Wadehra on Leadership, Legal Tech & Career Growth | Visa India

Welcome to The General Counsel Series on The Daily Lawyer -  where we bring you honest, in-depth conversations with India’s leading in-house legal minds.
This episode of The Daily Lawyer's General Counsel Series is brought to you in proud collaboration with Zoho Sign  - a comprehensive e-signature solution built for Indian businesses.
In this powerful opening episode, we sit down with Mr. Jasmeet Wadehra, Head of Legal (India & South Asia) at Visa, to unpack the modern evolution of the General Counsel’s role.
From his early days as a law student to leading legal functions at global giants like GE, Deutsche Bank, FedEx, and now Visa, Jasmeet offers an unfiltered look at:
How to transition from law firm to in-house roles successfully
What makes a great GC in today’s business landscape
The real impact of legal tech, AI, and digital transformation
Leadership, empathy, and building high-performing legal teams
If you're a lawyer, law student, in-house counsel, or business leader - this episode is a masterclass in career growth and legal strategy.
Connect with us: Contact: contactus@thedailylawyer.in
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Justice Mukul Mudgal on Prison Reform, Sports Law & Humane Judging | The Legacy Series

In this unforgettable episode of The Legacy Series, we are deeply honoured to host Justice Mukul Mudgal, one of India’s most influential legal minds and reformers. A former Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and retired judge of the Delhi High Court, Justice Mudgal’s contribution to Indian law spans far beyond the courtroom.
From shaping India’s prison reform jurisprudence to redefining sports law and governance globally, Justice Mudgal’s career is a remarkable testament to courage, conscience, and the quiet conviction to do what’s right.
In this wide-ranging, thoughtful conversation, he reflects on:
His landmark role in cases like Sunil Batra and Prem Shankar Shukla that changed how India treats its undertrials and convicts
The creation of the "rarest of the rare" doctrine in death penalty law through Bachan Singh
His fierce commitment to legal aid, pro bono work, and access to justice for the poorest
Declaring BCCI a public body, and his investigation of the 2013 IPL scandal
Chairing FIFA’s Governance Committee, and lessons from global sports administration
His bold take on arbitration reform, junior lawyers’ rights, and why judges must be humane
The role of fine arts in shaping empathy and judicial sensibility
His honest views on the life of a judge beyond the gavel: isolation, discipline, and public service
Justice Mudgal doesn’t just talk about the law - he embodies its purpose: to protect the vulnerable and uphold dignity. This episode is a masterclass in public service, legal ethics, and moral clarity, offering an extraordinary lens into Indian legal history.
Watch till the end for his life lessons, favourite books, productivity habits, and what he believes should be every lawyer’s true legacy.Did you know?
Justice Mudgal also brings his unique sense of empathy and social responsibility beyond the courtroom. He supported the Texas Hold ’Em Online Championship on 15th September 2019, with all profits donated to Romil Seva Sanstha, a charitable organisation he personally selected.
It’s one more example of how his commitment to justice extends well beyond the legal system and into everyday acts of giving.
Presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co., one of India’s oldest law firms with over 115 years of legacy. We are proud to partner with a firm that shares our vision for preserving the wisdom of India’s legal giants.
 
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Building India’s Top Litigation Firm | Raian Karanjawala on Legacy, Law & Leadership

In this landmark episode of The Legacy Series, we are honoured to host Mr. Raian Karanjawala, one of the most iconic figures in Indian litigation. As the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Karanjawala & Co., Mr. Karanjawala has played a defining role in shaping courtroom advocacy and litigation practice in India.
From representing the country’s top political figures and industrialists to pioneering the rise of a litigation-focused law firm, Mr. Karanjawala's journey is one of bold choices, enduring values, and a deep understanding of the law's impact on society.
In this candid and enriching conversation, he shares:
 His early years at St. Columba's, St. Stephen’s, and Government Law College, Mumbai
 Why he chose Delhi over Mumbai - and how it changed his career trajectory
Starting Karanjawala & Co. with his wife Manik in 1983, and growing it into a 100+ lawyer powerhouse
Secrets of law firm longevity, delegation, and client confidence
The changing economics of the legal profession
 His take on AI, technology, and the future of advocacy
Advice for young lawyers on mentorship, mindset, and meaning in the law
This episode is a masterclass in visionary law firm leadership, legal entrepreneurship, and the evolution of India’s legal landscape.
The Legacy Series, presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co. (one of India's oldest law firms with over 115 years of heritage), aims to preserve the wisdom and contributions of India's legal giants.We are honoured to collaborate with a firm whose values align with our mission to create this historical archive of legal excellence.
To *Solomon & Co.*, we extend our deepest and sincerest thanks. It is an honour to be associated with an institution that truly embodies what this series stands for.
Learn more about Solomon & Co:
 
Email:  [solomonco@slmnco.in](mailto:solomonco@slmnco.in)
 
website: [https://solomonco.in](https://solomonco.in/)
 
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Hi 🙋🏻‍♀️
 
Through 'The Daily Lawyer' podcast, I aim to demystify not just the law, but the legal profession as well.
 
I'm excited to have more such guests on my podcast and inspire more people in the future.
 
Email me if you're interested at contactus@thedailylawyer.in
 
Connect with us:
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailylawyerig/ 
 
LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-v-krishnan/ 
 
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Email: [contactus@thedailylawyer.in](mailto:contactus@thedailylawyer.in).
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Justice Gautam Patel: Environmental Law, Judicial Excellence & Legal Education | The Legacy Series

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Justice Gautam Patel, retired judge of the Bombay High Court, in this powerful second instalment of The Legacy Series.
The Legacy Series, presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co. (one of India's oldest law firms with over 115 years of heritage), aims to preserve the wisdom and contributions of India's legal giants. We are honoured to collaborate with a firm whose values align with our mission to create this historical archive of legal excellence.
 
Justice Patel's distinguished career spans decades of remarkable contributions to India's legal landscape. Before being appointed as a Judge of the Bombay High Court, he built a formidable reputation as an environmental advocate, championing landmark cases, including the Coastal Road Project and mangrove conservation efforts. His insightful columns in Mumbai Mirror further established him as a voice of legal clarity and reason.
 
In this enlightening episode, Justice Patel talks about:
→Justice Patel's journey from environmental advocate to High Court Judge
→His groundbreaking work on the Coastal Road Project and mangrove conservation
→ Balancing environmental protection with development needs
→Strengthening India's IP jurisprudence to boost foreign investment
→Navigating cases where religious beliefs intersect with legal principles
→The importance of accessible judgment writing →His passion for teaching law to future generations
→The lasting legacy he hopes to leave in Indian law
 
This episode offers invaluable wisdom for legal practitioners, students, and citizens interested in understanding the profound impact of judicial thinking on society's most pressing challenges.
To *Solomon & Co.*, we extend our deepest and sincerest thanks. It is an honour to be associated with an institution that truly embodies what this series stands for.
 
Learn more about Solomon & Co:
Email: [solomonco@slmnco.in](mailto:solomonco@slmnco.in)
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Data Privacy Revolution: Why Every Lawyer and Business Should Care | Nazneen Ichhaporia on The Daily Lawyer

In this eye-opening episode of The Daily Lawyer, we sit down with Nazneen Ichhaporia, Co-Chair of Corporate Practice at ANB Legal, to decode India's emerging data privacy landscape and what it means for professionals, businesses, and investors.
What we cover: 
The critical framework of India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP)
The future of consent management in data collection
How companies should prepare for mandatory compliance measures
Practical contract strategies for handling customer, vendor and employee data
Career opportunities for young lawyers in the rapidly evolving privacy sector
Nazneen shares invaluable insights on why data privacy has become a cornerstone of corporate governance and social responsibility. 
Whether you're a practicing lawyer looking to specialise, a business owner navigating compliance, or an investor evaluating company risks, this episode delivers actionable wisdom from one of India's leading corporate law experts.
Connect with Nazneen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nazneen-ichhaporia-2b78268/ 
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Through 'The Daily Lawyer' podcast, I aim to demystify not just the law but the legal profession as well.
 
*I'm excited to have more such guests on my podcast and inspire more people in the future.*
 
*Email me if you're interested at thedailylawyer@gmail.com*
 
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