Abhilash Sontake & AssociatesAdvocates

Our people

The advocates behindthe practice.

Fifteen years of courtroom work, carried by a team of advocates and associates across our offices.

6
Advocates
3
Offices
15+
Years of practice
Abhilash Sontake, Managing Partner

01 · Managing Partner

Abhilash Sontake

Primary focus
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Based in
Hyderabad
Experience
15+ years
Languages
English, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu

Advocate Abhilash Sontake is a seasoned legal professional with over 15 years of experience in handling cases independently with a result-oriented and ethical approach. He has built a strong reputation for providing reliable legal consultancy and advisory services across a wide range of practice areas.

With extensive courtroom experience, he represents clients effectively while ensuring practical and strategic legal solutions tailored to individual client needs. His approach combines strong advocacy with a deep understanding of legal procedures and client concerns.

Core expertise

  • Civil and Criminal Matters
  • Anticipatory Bail Applications
  • Divorce & Family Matters
  • Company Law Matters
  • Cyber Crime Cases

Courts of practice

  • Supreme Court of India
  • Bombay High Court
  • High Court of Telangana
  • High Court of Andhra Pradesh
  • High Court of Karnataka
  • Delhi High Court

02 · The team

Associates and advocates.

Dedicated legal professionals across our offices, bringing focused expertise to every matter we undertake.

  • Somasale Anjali Mohan Rao, Legal Associate

    Hyderabad · Legal Associate

    Somasale Anjali Mohan Rao

    • Criminal Litigation
    • IPR
    • Legal Drafting & Client Advisory

    BBA LL.B (Hons) · LL.M (Criminal Law) · Adv. Psychology

    Expertise

    • Criminal Litigation
    • Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
    • Legal Drafting & Pleadings
    • Client Counselling & Advisory
    • Family Law

    A dedicated legal professional holding a BBA LL.B from ICFAI Law School, IFHE, Hyderabad (CGPA 9.45) and a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Criminal Law from Amity University. She possesses a strong foundation in criminal law, intellectual property rights, and legal drafting, supported by practical exposure to court proceedings and research. Further complemented by an Advanced Psychology certification, she brings a deeper understanding of client behaviour to her counselling and legal advisory practice. Recognized for a structured, analytical, and result-oriented approach, she handles complex legal matters with clarity and precision.

    Highlights

    • BBA LL.B with high academic honors (CGPA 9.45) from ICFAI Law School.
    • Master of Laws (LL.M) specialized in Criminal Law from Amity University.
    • Advanced Psychology certification from Indian Counselling Services for enhanced client advisory.
    • Expertise in bridging procedural law with strategic client counselling.
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  • Amrita Pritam, Legal Associate

    Delhi · Legal Associate

    Amrita Pritam

    • Corporate Law
    • Civil Litigation & Arbitration

    BBA LL.B (Hons) · LL.M (Corporate Law)

    Expertise

    • Corporate Law & Governance
    • Civil Litigation
    • Arbitration & ADR
    • Legal Research
    • Cybercrime Matters

    A diligent legal professional with an LL.M. in Corporate Law and practical experience in civil litigation, arbitration, legal drafting, and research. She brings a strong understanding of commercial and procedural law, with a focused approach toward effective case handling and client support.

    Highlights

    • BBA LL.B (Hons) from ICFAI University, Dehradun.
    • Master of Laws (LL.M) in Corporate Law from G.D Goenka University.
    • Hands-on experience in civil litigation, arbitration, and commercial disputes.
    • Active involvement in court appearances and complex case preparation.
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  • Umair Fahim, Legal Associate

    Delhi · Legal Associate

    Umair Fahim

    • Criminal, Matrimonial & Civil Law

    BA. LL.B (Hons) · Noida International University, UP

    Expertise

    • Criminal Law & Defence
    • Matrimonial and Family Law
    • Civil Litigation
    • Legal Research & Drafting
    • Court Proceedings & Case Strategy
    • Client Advisory & Counselling

    A motivated and diligent legal professional with a strong passion for Criminal, Matrimonial, and Civil Law. Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality legal support through thorough research, effective drafting, and active courtroom participation.

    Highlights

    • Assisted in mediation proceedings involving diverse criminal and civil cases.
    • Gained valuable courtroom exposure at the Supreme Court of India and Delhi High Court while interning with multiple Advocates-on-Record (AORs), CGSC, and other reputed advocates.
    • Drafted petitions, including Special Leave Petitions, written statements, and legal notices during multiple internships.
    • Published research paper on 'Unravelling the Sedition Law in BNS 2023'.
    • Participated in Intra Moot Court Competition (Constitutional Law).
    • Convenor of International Conference on LGBTQ+ Rights and Representation.
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  • Anand Raj, Legal Associate

    Hyderabad · Legal Associate

    Anand Raj

    • Corporate & Commercial Law
    • Real Estate & Title Due Diligence
    • NCLT Practice

    BA LLB · NMIMS Hyderabad · CIArb Member

    Expertise

    • Corporate & Commercial
    • Real Estate
    • Title Due Diligence
    • Corporate Litigation
    • Commercial Disputes
    • NCLT Practice
    • Writ Jurisdiction
    • Arbitration & ADR
    • Compliance Advisory

    An Advocate based in Hyderabad, practicing primarily before the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh High Courts and the NCLT Hyderabad Bench, holding a CIArb membership. He specializes in corporate & commercial law, real estate transactions, title due diligence, and commercial dispute resolution. Committed to delivering practical and effective legal solutions with professionalism and integrity.

    Highlights

    • Specializes in corporate & commercial law, real estate advisory, and title due diligence.
    • Active practice before NCLT Hyderabad and Amaravati Benches handling oppression and mismanagement petitions under Sections 241-244.
    • Expertise in corporate litigation (Companies Act 2013), shareholder disputes, and regulatory enforcement.
    • BA LLB graduate from NMIMS Hyderabad and a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb).
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  • Swarnima Shinde, Advocate

    Pune · Advocate

    Swarnima Shinde

    • Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
    • Intellectual Property Law
    • Customs & GST Litigation

    Advocate · Bombay High Court & CESTAT Practice

    Expertise

    • Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
    • Intellectual Property Law (IPR)
    • Customs & GST Litigation
    • Trademark Prosecution & Litigation
    • CESTAT & Bombay High Court Practice
    • Legal Research & Drafting

    Swarnima Shinde is an Advocate with experience in dispute resolution, arbitration, intellectual property law, and customs and GST litigation. Her practice involves legal research, drafting pleadings, appeals, legal notices, written submissions and legal opinions, along with assisting in proceedings before the Bombay High Court, district courts, CESTAT and other adjudicatory forums. She has also independently handled trademark prosecution and litigation matters, including disputes involving trademark infringement and passing off. She brings a research-oriented approach, attention to detail and a commitment to effective legal strategy and advocacy.

    Highlights

    • Assisting in proceedings before the Bombay High Court, district courts, CESTAT and other adjudicatory forums.
    • Independently handled trademark prosecution and litigation matters, including disputes involving trademark infringement and passing off.
    • Drafts pleadings, appeals, legal notices, written submissions and strategic legal opinions across civil, commercial and tax disputes.
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