Ms. Binita Shrikant Hathi

About Binita Hathi | Contractual Arbitration Practice

Ms. Binita Hathi, Partner at Brus Chambers, co-heads the firms market-leading Contractual Arbitration & Dispute Resolution practice. Recognized as one of Indias foremost arbitration lawyers, she is acclaimed for her expertise in resolving high-stakes contractual disputes, institutional and ad hoc arbitrations, and award enforcement. Ranked by Legal500, Whos Who Legal and Chambers & Partners, she combines strategic acumen and commercial pragmatism with a global perspective.

Brus Chambers, under her leadership in arbitration, is a dominant player in contractual disputes. Clients and peers commend her as “commercially sharp, thorough, and exceptionally effective.” The firm is consistently ranked as a top-tier arbitration practice, with partners listed in the Hall of Fame and as Leading Individuals by international directories.

Professional Recognition & Rankings

Ms. Hathi is recognized by clients and legal directories alike as a leading name in contractual and commercial arbitration. Her work in enforcing contracts, securing interim measures, and representing clients in multi-jurisdictional disputes is consistently praised. Her success rate in enforcing foreign arbitral awards under the New York Convention is particularly notable.

Practice Areas & Expertise

From her base in Mumbai, Ms. Hathi advises domestic and international clients in resolving disputes arising out of a wide range of contracts, including:

• Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) contracts
• Joint venture and shareholder agreements
• International trade and commodity contracts
• Supply chain and distribution agreements
• Technology and licensing agreements
• Public-private partnerships (PPP) and concessions
• Force majeure and frustration claims under contracts
• Confidentiality and non-compete agreements

Representative Work

• Successfully represented a global EPC contractor in ICC arbitration for wrongful termination of a high-value construction contract.
• Acted for an Indian conglomerate in LCIA arbitration over a shareholder deadlock in a joint venture.
• Enforced multiple foreign arbitral awards in India for a European technology company under the New York Convention.
• Advised on restructuring dispute resolution clauses to avoid future litigation risks in long-term supply agreements.
• Secured interim relief orders preserving assets in cross-border contract disputes pending arbitration.

Specialist Services Offered

• Drafting and advising on arbitration clauses and institutional rules selection
• Representation in ICC, LCIA, SIAC, HKIAC, UNCITRAL, and ad hoc arbitrations
• Interim measures before Indian courts in support of arbitration
• Award enforcement and setting-aside proceedings in India
• Mediation and hybrid ADR mechanisms as alternatives to arbitration

Why Clients Choose Brus Chambers & Binita Hathi

• Track record: Proven success in high-stakes arbitration and award enforcement.
• Strategic vision: Ability to manage multi-jurisdictional disputes effectively.
• Commercial focus: Aligning dispute strategies with clients business objectives.
• Industry knowledge: Deep sectoral expertise in infrastructure, energy, construction, and trade.

Professional Philosophy

• Proactive planning: Helping clients avoid disputes by anticipating contractual risks.
• Commercial efficiency: Resolving disputes with minimal business disruption.
• Client focus: Clear, timely advice tailored to specific needs.

Contact Ms. Binita Hathi

For advice or representation in contractual arbitration, award enforcement, or drafting of arbitration agreements, please contact:

Mobile: +91-97699-46864
Email: binita@brus.in
Office: 8, Rajabahadur Mansion, Ambalal Doshi Marg, Fort, Mumbai 400001, India