We are delighted to announce that Chennai-based law firm Commercial Law Advisors (“CLA”) will be merging with JSA with effect from 1 October 2023. This merger will significantly bolster JSA capabilities and service offerings in the growing Chennai market, and more broadly across South India, along with its offices in Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
The merger will bring aboard a talented team of legal professionals, comprising 4 partners and 17 associates, who will be integral to JSA's growth and client service capabilities. Post the integration with CLA, JSA is poised to become one of the largest law firms in the Chennai market and southern region.
CLA was set up by Varun Sriram and Bhavya Sriram in the year 2017 with a team of 3 associates. Over the last 5 years, it grew to 4 partners and over 15 associates. CLA has been ranked in the prestigious Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2023 with the following commentary.