Prominent Legal Expert Amit Kapur Joins Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
In a notable career shift, Amit Kapur, a seasoned legal professional with over 30 years at JSA Advocates & Solicitors, is set to join Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM). He will take on the roles of Senior Partner, Head of the Delhi office, and Chair of the National Disputes Practice.
The legal community is abuzz with this significant transition. Both Kapur and key figures from the involved law firms have been contacted for their perspectives on this development. Vivek Chandy, Joint Managing Partner at JSA, confirmed Kapur’s resignation and expressed his support, stating, “Amit is a very good friend. He is going with our full blessings, and we wish him all the best.”
Amit Kapur’s Distinguished Career at JSA
Since 1997, Kapur has been at the helm of JSA’s Infrastructure and Regulatory practice. His expertise spans various sectors including energy, with an emphasis on power, energy transition, and renewables, as well as environmental issues, focusing on climate change. His work also encompasses transport, communication, municipal infrastructure, development projects, public procurement, and public-private partnerships.
Kapur’s extensive portfolio includes advising governments and developmental financial institutions such as the World Bank, PPIAF, and ADB. He has also provided guidance to competition and sector regulators, alongside major corporate clients including the Adani Group, Reliance ADA Group, Tata Group, Essar, SembCorp, MB Power, Bajaj Energy, CLP, and Torrent.
Leadership and Future Prospects
During his tenure at JSA, Kapur served two terms as Joint Managing Partner from 2019 to 2025. This leadership experience is expected to greatly benefit CAM as he assumes his new responsibilities in Delhi.
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This strategic move underscores CAM’s commitment to strengthening its presence in Delhi and enhancing its national dispute resolution capabilities. As Kapur transitions to his new role, the legal community will be watching closely to see how his leadership influences the firm’s trajectory.
