The Daily Lawyer Podcast

‘Haq Se’: The Legal Awareness Movement Transforming Lives - with Barrister Susheel Bellara

What if legal help in India could begin not with fear, but with awareness?
Earlier this month, while I was in my office, Susheel Bellara sent me a message on LinkedIn. Four hours later, he was sitting across from me. As we spoke about Haq Se and the quiet revolution he’s building, we decided, spontaneously, to hit record.
No preparation, no lights or makeup, no agenda. Just two people talking about a platform that could genuinely help both litigants and lawyers.
That is how this episode was born: raw, simple, and honest.
In this special episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, I sit down with Barrister Sushil Bellara, founder of Haq Se : a free, non-profit platform designed to make legal understanding accessible to everyone.
Through Haq Se, families and individuals can:
Estimate realistic maintenance amounts using a calculator based off Supreme court judgments on maintenance
Access mediation support under India’s new Mediation Act (Section 5)
Connect with trusted NGOs, pro bono lawyers, and counsellors
Safely record, and send to a trusted source in real-time, incidents of domestic violence (or other traumatic events) through a “Secret Diary” feature
Senior members of the judiciary, including former Supreme Court and High Court judges, have already recognised the potential of Haq Se to bridge awareness gaps across India.
Listen in to see how technology, empathy, and law can come together to create meaningful change.
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The Future of Trust: Contract Intelligence in an AI driven World | Neeraj (VP and Head - APAC, Icertis) x The Daily Lawyer

What if contracts weren’t just compliance - but a source of competitive advantage?
In this special episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, we sit down with Neeraj Athalye, Vice President & Head of APAC at Icertis, one of the world’s leading Contract Intelligence platforms, ahead of India Connect 2025 - Icertis’ flagship event in New Delhi.
Together, they explore how contract intelligence, AI, and data are transforming the way enterprises grow, govern, and scale and why India is uniquely positioned to lead this next wave.
 What we explore:
How “contract intelligence” is reshaping law and business
Why India’s top enterprises are investing in digital contracting
The rise of AI copilots in legal and procurement workflows
Real stories of companies saving millions through smarter contracts
The vision and value behind India Connect 2025
📍 About India Connect 2025 | 6th November, 2025 | Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, New Delhi
India Connect is Icertis’ annual flagship event bringing together leaders, partners, and visionaries who are shaping the future of contracting, governance, and digital transformation.
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Manjaree Chowdhary (GC, Maruti Suzuki): Lessons on Leadership, Risk & Resilience | TDL x Zoho Sign

In this episode of The General Counsel Series, powered by  ⁨@zohosign⁩  , Jenna Krishnan sits down with Manjaree Chowdhary, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Maruti Suzuki and former GC at General Electric, to trace an extraordinary 37-year journey across academia, global industry, and leadership.
From starting her career as a professor of English literature to becoming one of India’s most respected in-house counsels, Manjari’s story is one of courage, curiosity, and continuous growth. She shares her insights on:
Navigating career transitions with grace and conviction
The art of managing risk, reputation, and relationships
Building empathy and credibility as a legal leader
Women in leadership and the importance of perspective
Embracing technology to simplify work
Whether you’re a law student, young lawyer, or a corporate leader, this conversation is filled with wisdom, humour, and real-world lessons on resilience and reinvention.
Listen to more episodes of The General Counsel Series - where India’s top GCs share what it takes to lead with both head and heart.
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JP Sen: Advocacy as Empathy, Integrity in Litigation & AI’s Role in Law | Legacy Series

Few lawyers articulate the craft of advocacy with as much clarity and integrity as JP Sen, Senior Counsel, Bombay High Court.
In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Legacy Series, he reflects on:
Why he believes advocacy is an act of empathy
The role of brevity, clarity and unimpeachable integrity in shaping a career
His candid views on perjury, procedure and reforms India urgently needs
How AI will transform legal practice but never replace the human advocate
Lessons from a career defined by substance over spectacle
This is more than a conversation about litigation; it’s about empathy, ethics, and the future of the legal profession.
Watch the full episode now on YouTube.
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The Legacy Series is presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co., Advocates & Solicitors, one of India’s oldest law firms with 115+ years of heritage. Together, we are preserving the voices and values of India’s greatest legal minds.
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Fredun DeVitre: Landmark Cases, Arbitration & the Changing Face of Indian Litigation | Legacy Series

Few lawyers have shaped Indian litigation and arbitration the way Fredun DeVitre, Senior Counsel, has.
In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Legacy Series, he reflects on:
His role in some of India’s most high-profile cases
The evolution of arbitration as a tool for global commerce
How Indian courts balance tradition with modern commercial needs
Lessons from decades in practice that every lawyer and law student should hear
This is more than a conversation about law - it’s about legacy, mentorship, and the future of advocacy in India.
Watch the full episode now on YouTube
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The Legacy Series is presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co., Advocates & Solicitors, one of India’s oldest law firms with 115+ years of heritage. Together, we are preserving the voices and values of India’s greatest legal minds.
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From Lawyer to GC: Shalini Saxena on Strategy, Leadership & Law | The General Counsel Series

Welcome to Episode 6 of The General Counsel Series, brought to you by The Daily Lawyer in proud collaboration with Zoho Sign - India’s trusted digital signature solution for the world.
In this candid and deeply insightful conversation, Shalini Saxena, General Counsel & Head of Legal at Pine Labs, shares her journey from law school to leading the legal function at one of India’s most prominent fintech companies.
 In this episode, you’ll discover:
The mindset shift from legal advisor to strategic business partner
How GCs can influence company direction and drive business growth
Building trust with leadership through clarity, foresight, and execution
Balancing preventive legal thinking with practical problem-solving
Lessons from leading legal teams in dynamic, fast-paced industries
Whether you’re a law student, an aspiring GC, or a business leader, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on navigating the evolving role of General Counsel in India’s corporate world.
Watch the full conversation now and gain practical wisdom from Shalini’s career at the intersection of law, leadership, and business strategy.
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From Small-Town India to Boeing’s Boardroom: Dr. Akhil Prasad on Law, Leadership and Leaps

What does it take to lead with heart in a world full of noise?
In this powerful episode of The General Counsel Series (presented in proud collaboration with Zoho Sign), we sit down with Dr. Akhil Prasad, Executive Director & Group Head of Legal at Boeing India.
Overcoming early personal losses to earning 12 academic degrees (including two PhDs), doing a 7-hour daily commute in crowded public transport to being on the board of directors of Boeing India - Dr. Akhil has seen it all.  
In this episode, Dr Akhil speaks about:
How to build discipline through struggle
The real definition of productivity (hint: 48 hours in 24)
Why kindness, humility, and collaboration are power skills
His vision for solving India’s employability crisis
What it means to lead legal teams through chaos with calm
And why tech must solve human problems - not just digitise tasks
Whether you're a lawyer, a law student, a leader, or someone figuring out your next move, this episode will leave you richer in thought and spirit.
Full episode also available on Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
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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.
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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.
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