FinTech Legal - India
What the team is known for
Spice Route Legal has substantial experience in dealing with venture capital and private equity investors in the FinTech space. It brings technological know-how to the table, and has advised both startups and institutional players on data localisation and operationalising contracts.
Strengths
"The team of lawyers at Spice Route Legal can bring together various perspectives and varied expertise to address these issues comprehensively. Their collaborative approach ensures that all aspects of our matters are thoroughly analysed. We find that they act as a one-stop solution to all our needs."
"In terms of FinTech, they are very professional and definitely know what they are doing. They are also active on the policy side, which gives us great insights as a client."
Work highlights
Spice Route Legal advised HDFC Bank on its domestic outsourcing project to Zeta for software development and cloud system requirements, valued at over USD200 million.
Notable practitioners
Mathew Chacko leads the FinTech practice at Spice Route Legal and is one of the firm's co-founders. He combines his expertise in financial regulation with data privacy and technology expertise to provide solutions for FinTech clients. "Mathew Chacko is definitely one of the best FinTech lawyers in India. I have come across very few people who have a good understanding of law and technology, and are not intimidated by the tech." "I learn a lot from him on the market: how to approach data security and privacy and regulatory guidelines. He is also quick to respond."
Ankita Hariramani specialises in financial services regulatory matters. Hariramani advises banks and FinTech clients on payments regulatory compliance matters. "Ankita Hiraramani is a lawyer of great calibre and has been extremely supportive and instrumental in the process of our business implementation and growth." "Ankita is very involved, and she is very switched-on and informed about regulations. She is a very strong professional."