Rahul Hingmire

About Rahul Hingmire

I am a corporate lawyer and Managing Partner at Vis Legis Law Practice, a law firm with offices across Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and New Delhi. Over the last 16+ years, I have advised clients on real estate redevelopment, startup investments, cross-border M&A, and high-value commercial disputes.My work spans:🟩 Housing Societies & Redevelopment – guiding societies in Maharashtra through complex redevelopment agreements, protecting member rights, and ensuring fair outcomes.🟩 Startups & Investors – structuring ESOPs, drafting SHA/SSA, and advising on fundraising, compliance, and exits.🟩 Cross-Border Deals – helping Indian and global businesses with joint ventures, acquisitions, and investment strategies across the Europe, North America, UAE, Singapore, UK, and beyond.🟩 Dispute Resolution – representing clients in arbitration, insolvency, and high-stakes commercial matters.Beyond legal practice, I am an author, angel investor, and podcast host. My books and podcasts simplify law for housing societies, startups, and business leaders, while also sharing real-world insights from my experience.I believe in making law practical, accessible, and strategic for those I work with. If you are a housing society exploring redevelopment, a founder looking to raise funds, or a business planning cross-border growth, feel free to connect.For legal consultations or corporate matters:Email: r••••@vllp.co.inFor career opportunities at Vis Legis Law Practice:Email: c••••••@vllp.co.inFor startup mentorship, investment, or strategic advisory:Email: r••••@earlyseedventures.com

Experience

1. Managing Partner

   Vis Legis Law Practice, Advocates

   Aug 2017 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   As Managing Partner at Vis Legis Law Practice, I lead multiple legal teams with city-wise leaders across Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and New Delhi. My focus lies in corporate law, real estate transactions, M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions), and cross-border transactions, turning complex legal challenges into strategic business opportunities.I oversee firm-wide legal standards, operational systems, and client-centric strategies that ensure efficiency and high-quality legal delivery. My work blends legal leadership, strategic management, and deep commercial understanding to create business-driven outcomes for every client.Key responsibilities include:• Supervising litigation, arbitration, and commercial disputes across civil, real estate, and insolvency & restructuring matters.• Leading the structuring, negotiation, and review of contracts including shareholder agreements, joint ventures, real estate documentation, and M&A deals.• Overseeing legal due diligence, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management for diverse client portfolios.• Acting as startup legal counsel and angel investment legal advisor, guiding founders and investors on funding, structuring, and exits.• Advising on housing society redevelopment, manufacturing and industrial legal services, and international arbitration.• Driving firm-wide legal operations, integrating legal tech, standard operating procedures, and quality benchmarks.• Representing clients before courts, tribunals, regulators, and arbitral institutions across India.My role bridges legal strategy and business execution—delivering practical, growth-oriented solutions through innovation, discipline, and precision.

Education

• D.E.S. Law College

  Bachelor’s Degree, General Studies

  2004 — 2009

• University of Nottingham

  Post Graduation Degree, International Commercial Law

  2009 — 2010