Asutosh is a seasoned corporate and commercial lawyer, with a demonstrated experience of more than a decade. He is known for leading the successful closure of complex commercial agreements within the realms of commodity trading and shipping industry, earning accolades for his representation of high- net-worth individuals and corporates spanning diverse industries such as shipping, logistics, commodity trading, oil and gas (mid and downstream), and manufacturing. Clients consistently applaud his problem-solving acumen and unwavering reliability, making him a trusted legal advisor in the corporate arena.

Asutosh has proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex documents such as CPA's, ship financing and assignment agreements, commodity sale & purchase agreements, structured trade finance, and supply chain finance. He brings extensive experience in navigating the intricate landscape of various jurisdictions and spearheading cross-border transactions. Asutosh has advised and provided meticulous guidance on the sale and purchase of ships, flag registration, mortgage registration, freight demurrage and defence matters, P&I, and H&M cover on behalf of ship-owners, as well as the adept handling of P&I, H&M claims and container cargo claims, from investigation to settlement.

Before establishing his corporate practice, Asutosh worked with prominent shipping and commodity trading conglomerates with a global presence. Since 2021, he has been providing valuable assistance and guidance to shipping and commodity trading companies based in India, Singapore, and the Middle East. Asutosh has also been associated with Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) regulated fund managers and fund administrators as a legal and compliance advisor.

Asutosh graduated from Utkal University, Odisha in 2012, and furthered his education with a post-graduation in Maritime Laws and Enforcement from the School of Maritime Law, Indian Maritime University, Chennai campus in 2015.

Key Practice Areas

Commercial Contracts

Admiralty & Maritime

Shipping

Commodity Trading

Trade Finance