DK Business Network
Ameet Datta, formerly a senior partner at Saikrishna & Associates, has embarked on a new professional journey by establishing his independent law firm, ADP Law Offices. As part of this transition, he has brought along eight associates, forming the core team of the newly launched practice. Datta, who dedicated 13 years to Saikrishna & Associates and played a key role in its expansion into a National-Level law firm, expressed his motivation for the move.
Despite the departure, Datta emphasized that his relationship with Saikrishna Rajagopal, the founder and managing partner of Saikrishna & Associates, remains strong. Acknowledging Rajagopal’s support, he noted, “Although my departure is bittersweet for me and Sai as well, we both agreed that this is for the best.” This amicable separation highlights the mutual respect and understanding between the two legal professionals, reinforcing the ethos of mentorship and camaraderie that defined Datta’s tenure at the firm.
At ADP Law Offices, the focus will be on dispute resolution, advisory, prosecution, transactions, policy reform, trade, regulatory compliance, and data protection, with a particular emphasis on the technology, media, and telecom sectors. Datta, who has amassed nearly three decades of experience in the legal profession, began his career at Anand and Anand and later refined his expertise at Luthra and Luthra. His extensive experience has shaped his approach to law, particularly in addressing the evolving regulatory landscape in the digital era. Reflecting on his journey, he stated, “Over my 27 years as a lawyer, I have expanded my focus areas to include policy reform for the tech, media and telecom space, and trade, regulatory and data protection expertise, primarily because of the clients and sectors I have worked in.”
Datta’s deep-rooted understanding of the tech, media, and telecom industries has allowed him to navigate legal complexities unique to these sectors. He highlighted how his practical exposure to industry challenges has informed his advisory strategies, stating, “My appreciation of the tech media and telecom space has allowed me to develop an understanding of the sector’s opportunities and challenges, which in turn allows me to support clients with their navigation challenges.” His new firm aims to offer tailored solutions that align with industry-specific needs while addressing the broader regulatory environment.
Despite his decision to branch out, Datta reaffirmed his fondness for Saikrishna & Associates, describing it as a “home and safe harbour.” Expressing gratitude for his former firm and mentor, he remarked, “Sai will forever remain that larger-than-life mentor, friend and guide to me. My exit has been absolutely remarkable, which, for me, reflects the kind of man Sai is: an incredible leader and an amazing friend.” Notably, Monica Datta, his wife and a partner at Saikrishna & Associates, has chosen to remain at the firm. Datta acknowledged her independent standing in the commercial transactions and advisory space, stating, “Monica has built a practice that fits neatly into Saikrishna & Associates. She has an independent standing as a very respected counsel in the commercial transactions and advisory space.”