TRILEGAL : The Making of a Modern Indian Law Firm
What began as an ambitious venture in cramped domestic spaces has blossomed into one of India's most formidable legal operations. Over the past quarter-century, Trilegal has grown to encompass nearly 150 equity holders and a workforce exceeding 1,200 professionals, claiming a spot among the nation's most respected corporate law practices. Today, the firm stands out not merely for its scale but for a genuine commitment to recognising talent above all else. At its core lies an unconventional ownership structure, one where partners share equity stakes across the entire organisation. This model remains virtually unheard of among India's major law firms, yet it's precisely this arrangement that has shaped Trilegal's distinctive identity and propelled its expansion. Akshay Jaitly, instrumental in establishing the practice, chronicles this unlikely journey with considerable nuance. He explores the earliest days when the venture was little more than an idea, navigates the turbulent expansion phase, and unpacks the philosophy behind their distinctive partnership approach. The narrative brims with candour and specificity, offering rare glimpses into how legal businesses actually operate. This account fills a significant gap, presenting an unusually transparent portrait of a major Indian law firm whilst simultaneously illuminating an often-overlooked aspect of India's judicial ecosystem.
- Author: Akshay Jaitly
- Publisher: Juggernaut
- Genre: Cultural Studies
- ISBN: 978-9353452117
- Pages: 336 pages