Ashish Mehta

With over 13 years of experience at the Bar, Ashish Mehta is a seasoned and strategic dispute-resolution counsel, specialising in corporate & commercial litigation, insolvency, banking & finance, white-collar crime and regulatory matters. He began his independent dispute-resolution practice in 2010, which later evolved into Ethos Legal Alliance (ELA, 2018–2024).

A proven track record in dispute resolution

Ashish has handled a wide range of cases before various courts, tribunals, statutory and regulatory authorities, commissions and forums, acquiring deep expertise across the entire spectrum of dispute resolution. As lead counsel, he has secured 25 reported judgments in prestigious law journals — a testament to his litigation prowess and contributions to evolving jurisprudence.

Government & regulatory advocacy

• Panel Counsel for the Union of India before the Bombay High Court for the past four years.
• Special Public Prosecutor for the Income Tax Department (Mumbai Region), launching prosecutions in high-stakes financial matters.
• Counsel for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) before District & Sessions Courts in complex criminal litigation.
• Special Public Prosecutor for SEBI (Mumbai), appointed in October 2019, handling significant regulatory enforcement cases.

His experience representing various central ministries, authorities and government departments in landmark and precedent-setting cases highlights his ability to navigate intricate legal challenges and regulatory frameworks.

A lawyer who stands apart

Beyond his legal acumen, Ashish is known for his unwavering focus, dedication and meticulous approach to each case. He believes quality legal representation requires deep engagement, strategic foresight and a relentless pursuit of justice. His ability to remain calm under pressure, think several steps ahead and simplify complex challenges makes him a formidable force in the courtroom.

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