Saurabh Mishra

Languages: English, Hindi, Oriya, Tamil.

Biography

Saurabh Mishra is a Partner at Merlyn Law Firm, based in Chennai. A seasoned litigator with a reputation for unwavering dedication and ethical practice, Saurabh specializes in navigating complex civil disputes, debt recovery actions, and arbitration proceedings.

Saurabh’s practice is defined by his versatility and geographic reach. While centered in the Madras High Court, he is known for accepting high-stakes mandates in challenging jurisdictions across India. His ability to secure immediate relief for clients—often within 24 to 72 hours in urgent Debt Recovery or civil matters—has made him a trusted advocate for those facing critical legal crises.

Representative Experience

Financial Services & Debt Recovery

Creditor Representation: Serves as standing counsel for various banks and financial institutions, successfully recovering non-performing assets (NPAs) through strategic litigation before the Debts Recovery Tribunal (DRT).
Debtor Advocacy: Represents corporate and individual debtors in restructuring negotiations; successfully quashed unlawful recovery proceedings and predatory enforcement actions by financial institutions.
Insolvency & Bankruptcy: Advises on complex proceedings before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) regarding corporate insolvency and restructuring.

Corporate & Commercial Disputes

Sports & Entertainment: Played a pivotal role in the legal framework and establishment of several major sports leagues in India.
Industrial Infrastructure: Advised international and domestic investors on the legalities of establishing large-scale industrial complexes and manufacturing hubs in the Chennai corridor.
Civil Litigation: Managed all phases of complex civil suits, from pre-litigation strategy to final enforcement, with a focus on achieving early settlements where beneficial for the client.

Arbitration & Specialized Forums

Acts as lead counsel in domestic arbitration proceedings, resolving commercial deadlocks and contractual breaches.
Regularly appears before the Madras High Court, National Company Law Tribunal, and various specialized quasi-judicial forums.

Core Practices

Civil & Commercial Litigation: Representing clients in high-stakes disputes, from contractual breaches to complex corporate litigation across all judicial forums.
Arbitration & Mediation: Providing sophisticated alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services to achieve efficient, out-of-court settlements.
Debt Recovery & SARFAESI: Specialized expertise in the recovery of non-performing assets (NPAs) and enforcing security interests for financial institutions.
Insolvency & Bankruptcy (IBC): Navigating the complexities of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code for both creditors and corporate debtors.

Industry Expertise

Banking & Financial Institutions: Deep-rooted experience advising nationalized banks, private lenders, and NBFCs on regulatory and recovery matters.
Manufacturing & Industrial: Providing legal frameworks for the establishment and operation of large-scale industrial complexes and factories.
Automotive & Mobility: Strategic legal support for manufacturers and ancillary units within the evolving automotive landscape.
Real Estate & Consumer Law: Handling property-related disputes, promoter-allottee litigations, and multi-tier consumer protection cases

Education & Admissions

B.A. LL.B., Faculty of Law, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Member, Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

Accolades

“Law is considered one of the noblest professions; the noble Saurabh Mishra is well-renowned for his high moral standards and impeccable work ethics.”

“He is widely recognized for his in-depth technical knowledge of debt recovery and his ability
to facilitate early, favorable settlements in complex civil matters.”

“Known for his absolute dedication, Saurabh is the advocate clients turn to when they need urgent results in the most challenging environments”

Education & Admissions

B.A. LL.B., Faculty of Law, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Member, Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

Accolades

“Law is considered one of the noblest professions; the noble Saurabh Mishra is well-renowned for his high moral standards and impeccable work ethics.”

“He is widely recognized for his in-depth technical knowledge of debt recovery and his ability
to facilitate early, favorable settlements in complex civil matters.”

“Known for his absolute dedication, Saurabh is the advocate clients turn to when they need urgent results in the most challenging environments”

Saurabh Mishra

Saurabh Mishra

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