Saloni Kapadia is a Partner at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas with 13+ years of experience in dispute resolution. She has successfully handled high-stakes disputes and arbitrations spanning real estate, construction contracts, insolvency, corporate disputes, commercial contracts, and family matters. Known for her formidable presence before courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies, Saloni blends courtroom expertise with thought leadership, contributing articles, blogs, and commentary on evolving legal issues. She serves on the Steering Committee of Indian Women in International Arbitration, championing representation and mentorship for women in the field. Saloni’s journey, from a first-generation lawyer inspired by courtroom dramas to a respected leader in India’s dispute resolution landscape, reflects resilience, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to justice.
From her early fascination with law through films like Legally Blonde and A Few Good Men, Saloni chose dispute resolution as her calling. As a first-generation lawyer, she carved her path through grit, preparation, and a passion for advocacy. Over the years, she has navigated landmark cases, such as the DHFL insolvency resolution, and handled sensitive family disputes requiring both legal acumen and empathy. At CAM, she embraces AI and legal tech tools like Litera Compare, underscoring her belief in leveraging technology for precision and efficiency. Beyond the courtroom, she mentors the next generation of litigators, encourages resilience, and emphasizes accountability. Personally, Saloni describes herself as an introvert who unwinds through reading, long drives, and movies, cherishes family rituals like morning greetings with her father, and dreams of traveling to Switzerland. Her philosophy: love what you do, embrace change, and never let labels define your potential.
Key highlights of Koffee Conversation with Saloni Kapadia:
- Inspired by films to enter law, Saloni embraced dispute resolution as her lifelong career.
- Discussed handling sensitive cases with a balance of legal rigor and client empathy.
- Stressed the importance of resilience, accountability, and deep preparation in litigation.
- Shared her use of meditation and calm focus before high-stakes hearings.
- Emphasized that AI complements but does not replace the human element in dispute resolution.
- Reflected on landmark cases like the DHFL insolvency and challenging NGO disputes.
- Outlined her leadership in Indian Women in International Arbitration and the UDAN program for students.
- Highlighted the role of writing—blogs and articles—in expanding knowledge and client engagement.
- Spoke about mentorship, both received and given, stressing research discipline and ownership.
- Observed shifts in India’s dispute resolution landscape toward insolvency and regulatory forums.
- Revealed her evolving leadership style: trusting her team while working with an associate’s mindset.
- Shared personal values: family as her foundation, gratitude for mentors, and resilience through challenges.
- Personal favorites: fiction reading, Gujarati cuisine (puran poli), cutting chai, purple as her favorite color.
- Cherishes daily rituals with her father, long drives for unwinding, and plans brand-building in 2025.
- Describes herself in one line: “Loading…” — signaling much more to achieve.
👉 You’re definitely going to love this inspiring exchange with Saloni Kapadia.
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