CMS INDUSLAW has announced that Surya Karan Sambyal has joined the firm as a Partner at their Mumbai office, strengthening the firm’s International Arbitration practice.
Surya Karan Sambyal brings several years of experience representing multinational clients in complex, high-stakes international arbitrations and cross border disputes.
Surya has acted as counsel and led arbitrations traversing key sectors such as energy, shareholder disputes, FMCG, shipping, technology, blockchain and pharmaceuticals advising global leaders including many Fortune 500 companies. He has represented his clients before various institutions – ICC, SIAC, LCIA, ADGM and MCIA across major arbitral seats – Geneva, London, Singapore, New York and India.
Surya also works closely with promoters, advising them on complex legal, regulatory, and governance issues.
He has successfully negotiated multimillion-dollar settlements, guided multinational conglomerates through sensitive cross-border disputes, and secured landmark victories before Indian courts on cuttingedge issues of international arbitration law — including the recognition party autonomy in choosing foreign seat of arbitration by Indian parties. Surya has also represented foreign clients before various courts in India for enforcement of foreign awards.
Surya has also co-counselled with foreign firms in delivering successful results in high stakes arbitrations. Surya has built a reputation for strategic insight, sharp advocacy, and client-focused representation in arbitration and litigations across multiple jurisdictions.
Before joining CMS INDUSLAW, Surya has worked with Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas.
“Surya’s expertise in cross-border disputes and his client-focused approach strengthen our international arbitration practice and our ability to advise global clients on complex matters,” said Avimukt Dar & Suneeth Katarki, Founding and Senior Partners of CMS INDUSLAW, in a joint statement.
Surya Sambyal commented: “I am delighted to join CMS INDUSLAW. I look forward to helping clients navigate high-stakes international disputes and contributing to the growth of the firm’s international arbitration practice.”
