The ADVaa Story
Dhruv and Vrinda, having started their careers with top tier law firms in India, came together to form "ADVaa" with a shared passion to provide personalized legal services and a strong desire to contribute to their clients' growth. Our name, ADVaa, derives from the Hebrew word for "a small wave" or "a ripple." We embody the spirit of this meaning as we strive to make a significant impact in the traditional legal industry. Our approach is rooted in a fresh mindset and a forward-thinking thought process, focused on driving business growth and success. We aim to create a wave of change that will transform the legal landscape and propel our clients towards their goals.
At ADVaa, we don't simply aspire to be your lawyers, but rather, we strive to be your trusted partners in growth. We are dedicated to collaborating with our clients, understanding their goals, and providing innovative legal solutions that drive their businesses forward. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for success, we are always pushing towards new heights, together with our clients. Onwards and upwards!
The D & V of ADVaa
DHRUV earned his Law Degree in 2009 from the Indian Law Society, following which he started work at a leading law firm in India. Over the years, Dhruv has advised his clients across a wide spectrum that includes private equity investments, debt structuring, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, employment laws, labor & industrial laws, cross border structuring and general corporate law advisory. Additionally, he is actively involved within the start up ecosystem and plays the role of a mentor and legal adviser to a number of start ups in the IT, retail and finance sectors. Dhruv's commitment to excellence is evident in his academic achievements, and he is certified in American Contract Law by Harvard University as well as in English Common Law by the University of London. He has been awarded the "Scroll of Honor" by the International Council of Jurists and also been recognized by the Export Promotion Council of Handicrafts for his contributions in the legal sector. Beyond work, Dhruv loves spending quality time with his dogs and indulging in his passion for food & travel. He is an avid adventurer with an impressive skillset that includes being a Professional Autocross Driver and a Licensed Scuba Diver. With such a diverse range of experiences, Dhruv brings a unique and well-rounded perspective to the ADVaa team. His varied interests and expertise make him an invaluable asset to the firm.
VRINDA holds a Masters of Law in Intellectual Property & Technology Laws from the esteemed National University of Singapore, as well as a Bachelors in Business Administration & Law from Symbiosis International University. She enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi in 2008 and has since established herself as a prominent Intellectual Property Attorney. Vrinda's legal career began with a leading IP boutique firm and her expertise in Intellectual Property has led to her being recognized as an expert in her field. She is often invited to speak at initiatives organized by State Governments on Intellectual Property Rights and has also completed an Advocacy Skills Training Program at the New Delhi High Court. When not busy with legal matters, Vrinda enjoys pursuing her passion for theatre and sports. Vrinda's exceptional legal knowledge and broad range of interests make her a crucial member of the ADVaa team. With her deep expertise in Intellectual Property and her passion for theatre and sports, Vrinda brings a distinctive and valuable perspective to every project. She consistently demonstrates her commitment to excellence and her ability to approach legal challenges with creativity and innovation, which drives the firm's success and growth.
Solutions at ADVaa
At ADVaa, we focus on business furtherance and offer a range of solutions to help our clients navigate the legal complexities of running ang growing a business. These solutions include but are not limited to entity formation, contract drafting & review, intellectual property protection, employment law compliance, regulatory compliance. mergers & acquisitions, and dispute resolution. We provide our clients with strategic advice and guidance for them to take informed decisions that will further their goals and objectives while overcoming legal obstacles, mitigating risks and achieving long term success.
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Mohammad Asim Warsi
Senior Vice President, Samsung India Electronics Ltd.
In my career at Samsung, Nokia and other global majors, I've worked closely alongside some of the brightest legal teams and company counsels. Yet my experience of working with Dhruv Sahai stands above and apart from most with regards to the fine balance between legal exactness whilst giving priority to business furtherance, this is Dhruv's forte.
Ramesh Sanka
Former CEO, Ireo & Former CFO, DLF
“Dhruv Sahai is known to me for the last several years since 2009. He is absolutely clear headed, patient, understands the issue in its entirety and then comes out with practical, logical, legal solution”
Rajiv Sharma
Founder & Managing Director, Empower Pragati
"Dhruv is passionate and highly committed to his clients. His rigour and dedication are reflected in the work that he delivers. His ability to evaluate matters from all possible angles to guide his clients is incredible.”
H.K.L. Magu
Chairman, Apparel Export Promotion Council, Ministry of Textiles- Government of India
“I have known Dhruv Sahai for more than five years. My interactions with him lead me to believe that he is well versed in the fields of Industrial Relations, Labour Standards and Human Resource. He displays a great degree of motivation in his endeavours and pursues matters with professional eloquence and sharp intelligence. His hands-on experience with ground realities enables him to comprehend and deal with matters in perspective. These qualities stand him in good stead in his legal pursuits.”
Daryl Brown
Former VP Global Business Ethics & Compliance, Kate Spade & Company
“Dhruv Sahai has been a trusted advisor in corporate & labour law to both client companies and factories. His hands-on experience enables him to understand the complexities that are sometimes involved when implementing. Dhruv remains positive no matter what the task and has always offered practical and sustainable solutions to his clients.”
Jayant Saxena
COO, N1 Health & President Living Wellness
“Dhruv brings an energy and talent that gives his clients the utmost confidence in his abilities. He is committed to his clients and had an incredible ability to evaluate all angles to guide his clients successfully. I choose to not stand alone but in partnership with one of the best.”
Dr. Roopak Vasishtha
CEO & DG, Apparel Made-Ups & Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council
“Mr. Dhruv Sahai has been associated with the Apparel Made-Ups & Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council for the last 24 months. In our interactions with him, we have found him to be highly motivated, knowledgeable on corporate law, labour standards, industrial relations and requirements pertaining to Human Resources. Having hands on experience of the ground realities he is an asset as a lawyer”
Adrian Vincent Pillai
Founder, TheDocWeb
“Courteous, friendly & to the point. They listen to your concerns intently and are very accommodating. We wish them all the success.”