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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.
Also streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & Google Podcasts.
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
Also streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & Google Podcasts.
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.
Huge thanks to our partner @Zoho Sign for making this series possible.For demo or queries, write to the emails in the description box.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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