Chennai's Leading Criminal Lawyer
About Rahul J Krishnan
At the helm of Merlyn Law Firm is Rahul Jagannathan, a dynamic and accomplished leader in the legal industry. As the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner, Rahul is responsible for charting the course for our firm’s success, and his vision is what sets us apart as a bold and innovative legal service provider.
Rahul’s focus is on developing and driving our strategy, as well as supporting our partners in building strong relationships with our clients around the globe. He has introduced a major global initiative to enhance our clients’ experience, even in a rapidly changing and evolving market.
With a background in litigation, Rahul is also the global head of our Litigation and Arbitration practice, where he has established both Domestic and International Practices. He has a wealth of experience working across markets and cultures, and his client work is a testament to his expertise and dedication.
From criminal defence to complicated litigation in the sports and healthcare sector, Rahul’s experience is vast and varied. He has represented clients such as Mixed Martial Arts organisations, Sports and Fitness academies, medical device companies, academic health centres and medical schools, clinical laboratories, and other healthcare providers. Rahul is particularly skilled in Medical Negligence cases and is known to be one of the best closers in the country in Family law litigation.
Representative experience
Development of a vision & strategy for business growth for Merlyn Law Firm, with operations in more than 15 offices worldwide.
Introduction of a vision for Merlyn Law Firm accompanied by a set of leadership behaviors designed to help everyone in the firm understand their role.
Legal advisor & head negotiator to celebrity clientele spread all across the globe.
Achieved deferred prosecution, civil settlement, & contractual agreements for various sports athletes who belong to different organizations.
Achieved various settlements & claims in favor of clients with regard to matrimonial & personal injury disputes.
Legal Advisor & head litigator to mixed martial arts academies & in-charge of representation of the sports athletes.
Legal Advisor & head litigator to various app development companies all over the globe.
Legal Advisor & head litigator to various real estate companies all over the globe.
Legal Advisor & Head litigator to various successful brands in the textile industry from all over the globe
Advised/Represented doctors and aggrieved patients on Medical Negligence matters arising from serious harm which has occurred as a result of minor errors and negligence which has led to minor outcomes.
Defended companies, academic health centers, & hospitals on disputes involving claims of billing, research, and program fraud.
Numerous assignments relating to the development of international compliance plans for corporate & institutional entities.
Successfully advised various start up organizations & restaurants.
Successfully advised religious & education institutions with respect to various issues.
Achieved over 700 decrees of divorce.
Successfully Defended criminal clientele spread all across India & United Kingdom for Minor & Major Offences
Successfully obtained decrees for real estate clientele spread all across India & United Kingdom for disputes between promoters & allottees.
Successfully obtained Domestic & International Arbitration Awards in favour of private clientele, Private & Public Domestic & International Companies.
Successfully obtained decrees in favour of various companies for infringement and passing off.
- Practices
- Domestic & International
- Crimes
- Medical Law
- Civil Litigation
- Investigations
- White Collar Crimes & Fraud
- Family Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Domestic & International Arbitration
- Industries
- Sports
- Management
- Consumer
- Real Estate
- Health Care
- Education
- Areas of focus
- International Criminal Law
- Sports Law
- Medical Law
- Family Law
- Road Accident claims
- Medical Negligence
- Writ Petition
- Fraud Investigations
- Health care Services
- Medical Devices
- Hospitals and Healthcare providers
- Domestic & International Criminal law
- Civil & Commercial litigation
- Education
- L.L.M (Hons), University of Kent, United Kingdom, Cum Laude
- L.L.B (Hons), School of Excellence in Law, Tamilnadu cum Laude
- B.B.A (Hons), Hindustan college of Arts & Science, Magna Cum Laude
- Bar Admissions
- Bar Council of Tamilnadu and Puducherry
- Bar Council of India
- Registered Foreign Lawyer
- Accolades
- “A very bright guy and a creative and analytical thinker.”
- “High quality Advocate, who is always inclined towards achieving the best possible outcome for all his clientele”
- “The ‘excellent’ Rahul Jagannathan… is noted for his expertise in Domestic and International Crimes, Sports law ,Matrimonial Disputes and complex medical negligence cases.”
- Development of a vision & strategy for business growth for Merlyn Law Firm, with operations in more than 15 offices worldwide.
- Introduction of a vision for Merlyn Law Firm accompanied by a set of leadership behaviors designed to help everyone in the firm understand their role.
- Legal advisor & head negotiator to celebrity clientele spread all across the globe.
- Achieved deferred prosecution, civil settlement, & contractual agreements for various sports athletes who belong to different organizations.
- Achieved various settlements & claims in favor of clients with regard to matrimonial & personal injury disputes.
- Domestic & International Crimes
- Medical Law
- Civil Litigation
- Investigations
- White Collar Crimes & Fraud
- Family Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Domestic & International Arbitration
- Sports
- Management
- Consumer
- Real Estate
- Health Care
- Education
- International Criminal Law
- Sports Law
- Medical Law
- Family Law
- Road Accident Claims
- Medical Negligence
- Write Petition
- Fraud Investigations
- Health Care Services
- Medical Devices
- Hospitals and Healthcare providers
- Domestic & International Criminal law
- Civil & Commercial litigation
- L.L.M (Hons), University of Kent, United Kingdom, Cum Laude
- L.L.B (Hons), School of Excellence in Law, Tamilnadu cum Laude
- B.B.A (Hons), Hindustan college of Arts & Science, Magna Cum Laude
- Bar Council of Tamilnadu and Puducherry
- Bar Council of India
- Registered Foreign Lawyer
- “A very bright guy and a creative and analytical thinker.”
- “High quality Advocate, who is always inclined towards achieving the best possible outcome for all his clientele”
- “The ‘excellent’ Rahul Jagannathan is noted for his expertise in Domestic and International Crimes, Sports law ,Matrimonial Disputes and complex medical negligence cases.”
Legal practice areas
Contact Us
Phone
+91 99529 58466
Email ID
krishnanrahulj@gmail.com
Location
No:323, Thambu Chetty Street, Room No.24, III Floor, LIC Andhra Insurance Building, Parrys Corner, Chennai - 600001.
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Our Testimonials
CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US
” I have seen professionalism and commitment here at Merlyn Law Firm. High quality of work and wide range of experienced lawyers is the edge that Merlyn Law Firm has got over the others. Mr. Rahul J Krishnan was professional and wonderful. Although my case had been solved and closed since 2018 but I always wanted to write a testimonial but never had the time. Thank you all for your support. “
Will Nicholls
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him. Thank you Rahul and Merlyn Law Firm. “
Chloe Jade Wiseman
” Merlyn law Firm is simply the best for any Property disputes and a true credit to the legal fraternity. I was extremely happy with the way our suit was dealt with. I highly recommend this firm for excellent service and I’m sure their other department are equally proficient. “
Gopi Krishnan
” Merlyn Law Firm has given me fantastic help and advice when buying and selling property. Great service even in these difficult times. I would not hesitate to recommend the firm to my family and friends. “
Bijoy Das
