Yavanika Shah has joined Ahlawat & Associates as the Director – Business Strategy, where she will be responsible for shaping the firm’s long-term strategy, and strengthening the firm’s strategic positioning in the legal market..Shah holds a law degree from Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab, and an MBA from NMIMS, Mumbai. .She previously spearheaded practice development efforts at IndusLaw. Her work spanned collaborations and relationship-building across key jurisdictions, including the US, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC..On Shah's appointment, Uday Singh Ahlawat, Managing Partner at Ahlawat & Associates, said,“Yavanika’s experience will be crucial in further strengthening our international strategy and ensuring we continue to build lasting, trust-based relationships with our clients. We look forward to the fresh perspectives she will bring to our firm as we continue to grow globally.”.Speaking to Bar and Bench, Shah said, “Ahlawat & Associates has a compelling vision for growth, grounded in its strengths in India but with a clear focus on international expansion. The leadership team recognizes that sustainable success hinges on staying responsive to global business trends.”“Our goal is to establish a strategy function that is agile, forward-thinking, and aligned with the evolving needs of our clients,” she continued. “By staying ahead of emerging trends and leveraging our strengths, I look forward to contributing to the firm’s growth and supporting its ambitious goals.”.Nipun K Bhatiaa, CEO of Legal League Consulting, commented, “Ahlawat & Associates is committed to professionalising the business support functions to enhance operational efficiency and deliver greater value to its clients. Yavanika brings domain knowledge and best practices, integrating them into the firm’s professional ethos and objectives.”.Legal League Consulting is India’s first management consulting company dedicated to law firms, founded by Bithika Anand. The firm is working with the team of Legal League Consulting towards strategic HR development and growth..Shah’s appointment highlights Ahlawat & Associates’ aim to scale its global presence and adapting to market needs..If you would like your Deals, Columns, Press Releases to be published on Bar & Bench, please fill in the form available here.
