Who We Are

Who We Are

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About Us

Established in 2011, Flavia Legal is a boutique law firm that specializes in litigation and non-litigation matters related to Banking and Finance, Insurance, Environment and Alternate Dispute Resolution. The firm represents a diverse clientele, ensuring adherence to professional and ethical values.

We offer end-to-end solutions to a diverse clientele consisting of Domestic and Multinational Enterprises, Banks, Financial Institutions, Real Estate Developers, Public Sector Undertakings and Private Parties.

At Flavia Legal, we strongly believe that strategy, responsiveness and clarity are the most crucial aspects for success in any litigation. We aim to build a strong bond with our clients by diligently catering to their legal needs, with highest regard to Client-Attorney relationship. Our Clients have immense faith in us and greatly value the practice adopted by our firm, of sending regular updates in litigation matters.

The firm has successfully represented clients in the Honourable Bombay High Court, Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal, Debt Recovery Tribunal, City Civil Court, Small Causes Court, National Green Tribunal, Economic Offences Wing and Enforcement Directorate.

Flavia Legal has carved out a niche in the Alternate Dispute Resolution practice area like Arbitration and has successfully handled Arbitrations related to Infrastructure Projects.

Flavia Legal was initially established as a proprietary concern. Located in Mumbai, it has grown into a partnership firm led by Ms. Sharila D’souza and Mr. Gopalkrishna Nayak.

Partners

Ms. Sharila D’souza

Adv. Ms. Sharila D’souza has extensive experience of 22 years in handling matters related to Banking and Finance, Environment and Property.

Qualification

BA.LLB., PGDPM, Certified Mediator

Enrolment
  • Member of Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa.
  • Member of Bombay Bar Association
  • Life Member of DRT Bar Association
Expertise

Drafting pleadings including writ petition, appeals, written statement, etc. Legal Scrutiny Reports, experience of structuring, negotiating and drafting various types of commercial contracts including Concession Agreements, Due Diligence, Advising, Strategizing and Briefing on commercial litigation matters for various clients.

Mr. Gopalkrishna M. Nayak

Adv. Mr. Gopalkrishna Nayak, in addition to being a postgraduate in law, is also a qualified engineer in Polymer Science, trained in Management. He has varied and wide experience in the manufacturing sector and is adept in understanding client issues and handling matters related to Debt Recovery, Commercial Arbitration, Service Laws and Consumer Protection Laws.

Qualification

B.E. (Polymer) MEP-IIMA, LLB, LLM

Enrolment
  • Member of Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa.
  • Member of Bombay Bar Association
Expertise

Proficient in appearing before Courts and Tribunals, Strategizing Litigation Cases and Providing Litigation Strategy Advice, Supervising Research Work, Case Preparation and Planning and Briefing Senior Counsel.

Our Team

Our team comprising of senior partners, standing counsel, junior advocates and paralegal personnel are here to help you with your legal matters. At Flavia Legal, we believe in providing quality services while adhering to the moral code of conduct and ethical values.

Careers

We are always looking for like-minded individuals with a passion for law. To be a part of our team, submit the form below.