Expletus Legal is a specialised dispute resolution, regulatory and advisory law firm established in 2010 with a vision of delivering sector-focused, commercially pragmatic and result-oriented legal solutions. Founded under the mentorship of Mr. Ashok Kumar Jain, a distinguished legal practitioner with over four decades of experience, the Firm has grown from a modest litigation practice comprising a single associate into a recognised legal institution with a team comprising two Managing Partners, three Associate Partners and four Associates, supported by an extensive network of counsels and correspondents across India. 

The Firm is led by its Managing Partners, Mr. Anup Jain, Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India, who heads the Energy, Electricity and Regulatory Practice, and Mr. Abhishek Baid, who heads the Securities & Capital Market, Banking & Financial Regulatory and White-Collar Crime Practice. Their combined expertise, together with the specialised capabilities of the Firm’s litigation and regulatory team, has enabled Expletus Legal to establish a distinct niche in highly regulated sectors where legal, commercial and regulatory considerations intersect. 

Over the years, Expletus Legal has built a strong reputation for advising and representing public sector undertakings, regulatory authorities, financial institutions, power sector entities, infrastructure companies, listed corporations and private businesses before the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, Appellate Tribunals, Regulatory Commissions, NCLT/NCLAT, APTEL, SAT, Arbitral Tribunals and other judicial and quasi-judicial forums across the country. 

The Firm’s core strength lies in its sector-focused expertise, partner-led service model, regulatory and litigation excellence, commercially pragmatic approach and multi-disciplinary capabilities. With dedicated domain expertise in Energy & Electricity Laws, Securities & Capital Market Laws, Banking & Financial Regulatory Litigation, Commercial Disputes, Arbitration, Insolvency, Infrastructure and White-Collar Crime, the Firm combines deep industry understanding with strategic advocacy to deliver practical and effective solutions in complex and high-stakes matters. 

Driven by professionalism, integrity and client commitment, Expletus Legal functions not merely as external counsel but as a strategic legal partner, providing integrated legal solutions that balance legal risk, regulatory compliance and commercial objectives while delivering measurable value to its clients.

Core Values

Excellence:

Providing superior legal advice with meticulous attention to detail and a focus on optimal outcomes.

Integrity:

Ensuring transparency and ethical conduct in every interaction.

Client Commitment:

Prioritizing client goals through responsive, partner-led service.

Innovation:

Embracing forward-thinking strategies to address emerging legal trends.

Inclusivity:

Fostering a diverse and equitable workplace that empowers talent from al backgrounds.

Deep Sectoral Expertise

The Firm possesses specialised expertise in highly regulated sectors including energy, electricity, securities, finance and infrastructure.

Litigation Capability

The Firm has a strong track record of representing clients in complex, high-value and precedent-setting disputes before India’s highest judicial and regulatory forums.

Strategic Regulatory Understanding

The Firm combines litigation expertise with deep regulatory insight, enabling clients to navigate evolving legal and policy landscapes effectively.

Partner-Led Engagement

Every mandate receives direct attention and strategic supervision from senior members of the Firm.

Commercially Focused Solutions

The Firm delivers legal strategies aligned with the client’s commercial priorities and business realities.

Pan-India Reach

The Firm provides seamless legal support across jurisdictions through its offices and extensive professional network.