Rahul J Krishnan

Rahul J Krishnan

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Partner

Mail: lawinfo@merlynlawfirm.com

Phone: +44 (0) 7935 664410+91 99529 58466+91 97910 40926

Personal Assistant: +91 97910 40926

Languages: English, Hindi , Tamil , Telugu, Spanish.

Biography:

Rahul J Krishnan is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner of Merlyn Law Firm. A visionary leader and seasoned litigator, Rahul is the architect of the firm’s strategic evolution into a bold and distinctive global practice. Under his stewardship, Merlyn Law Firm has expanded its footprint to over 6 offices worldwide, driven by a culture of operational excellence and a commitment to delivering high-value solutions in a rapidly evolving legal market.
As the Global Head of the firm’s Litigation and Arbitration practice, Rahul oversees both domestic and international mandates. His leadership style is defined by a focus on leadership
behaviour, ensuring that every member of the firm – from partners to business services – operates with clarity, accountability, and a client-centric mindset.

Professional Profile

Rahul’s legal career began in criminal defence, where he handled high-stakes matters involving extradition, fraud, and tax evasion. Since establishing Merlyn Law Firm, he has cultivated an elite practice specializing in complex litigation within the sports and healthcare sectors. He is widely recognized for his prowess in Medical Negligence and Family Law, earning a reputation as one of the most effective "closers" in the country for high-conflict disputes.

His diverse client portfolio includes:

  • Sports: Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organizations, fitness academies, and professional athletes.
  • Healthcare: Medical device manufacturers, academic health centres, clinical laboratories, and hospitals.
  • Corporate: App development firms, real estate conglomerates, and global textile brands.

Representative Experience

  • Strategic Leadership: Spearheaded the global expansion and operational strategy for Merlyn Law Firm across 15+ international jurisdictions.
  • High-Stakes Negotiations: Acts as lead advisor and head negotiator for a global roster of celebrity clients and high-net-worth individuals.
  • Sports Law: Secured deferred prosecutions, civil settlements, and favourable contractual agreements for international athletes and MMA organizations.
  • Healthcare & Medical Negligence: Defended academic health centres and corporations against complex claims of billing and research fraud; successfully represented both providers and patients in critical medical negligence litigation.
  • Family Law: Achieved over 700 divorce decrees, managing sensitive matrimonial disputes with a focus on efficient and favourable resolution.
  • White-Collar & Criminal Défense: Successfully defended domestic and international clients in criminal matters ranging from minor offenses to major fraud and extradition cases in India and the UK.
  • Dispute Resolution: Secured numerous domestic and international arbitration awards for public and private corporations, as well as favourable decrees in intellectual property (infringement and passing off) and real estate litigation.

Education

  • LL.M. (Hons), University of Kent, United Kingdom (Cum Laude)
  • LL.B. (Hons), School of Excellence in Law, Tamil Nadu (Cum Laude)
  • B.B.A. (Hons), Hindustan College of Arts & Science (Magna Cum Laude)

Bar Admissions & Memberships

  • Bar Council of India
  • Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
  • Registered Foreign Lawyer

Core Practices

  • Domestic & International Arbitration
  • Civil & Commercial Litigation
  • White-Collar Crime & Fraud Investigations
  • Medical Law & Negligence
  • Family & Matrimonial Litigation

Industry Expertise

  • Sports & Entertainment
  • Healthcare & Medical Devices
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Education & Institutional Management

Accolades

  • “A very bright guy and a creative and analytical thinker.”
  • “The ‘excellent’ Rahul J Krishnan is noted for his expertise in domestic and international crimes, sports law, matrimonial disputes, and complex medical negligence cases.”
  • “A high-quality advocate who is relentlessly inclined toward achieving the best possible outcome for his clientele.”

Core Practices

  • Domestic & International Arbitration
  • Civil & Commercial Litigation
  • White-Collar Crime & Fraud Investigations
  • Medical Law & Negligence
  • Family & Matrimonial Litigation

Industry Expertise

  • Sports & Entertainment
  • Healthcare & Medical Devices
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Education & Institutional Management

Accolades

  • “A very bright guy and a creative and analytical thinker.”
  • “The ‘excellent’ Rahul J Krishnan is noted for his expertise in domestic and international crimes, sports law, matrimonial disputes, and complex medical negligence cases.”
  • “A high-quality advocate who is relentlessly inclined toward achieving the best possible outcome for his clientele.”

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