Rook Ray

About Rook Ray

Accomplished Advocate with 16+ years of comprehensive experience in legal consultancy, specialising in corporate laws, M&A including cross-border acquisition, commercial litigations including intellectual property, economic offenses, insolvency & bankruptcy litigations, and arbitrations across both domestic and international forums. Demonstrated a track record of excellence in managing high-profile cases, including the USD 2.2 billion Vodafone Tax Case and international arbitrations exceeding USD 550 million.Proficient in strategic legal planning and execution, with a history of successfully navigating complex cases before the Supreme Court of India, Singapore International Commercial Court (SICC), and various High Courts and Tribunals across India. Skilled in resolving disputes involving significant financial stakes and managing significant arbitrations, including proceedings before the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC).Expert in clarifying legal matters for business teams, facilitating the collection of supportive evidence and decision-making rationales to strengthen case strategies. Exceptional at building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, including government officials, regulatory bodies, law firms, and external counsels. Demonstrated leadership in managing legal disputes and spearheading legal strategies for Electrosteel Castings Ltd, Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. and serving as the General Legal Counsel for the IFB Group, significantly contributing to their legal success stories.

Experience

1. Head of Legal

   Electrosteel Group

   Dec 2024 — Present · Kolkata, IN

   Managed all legal matters including leading cross-border acquisitions, JV structuring for infrastructure tenders, and recovery of payment disputes. Directed litigation before Supreme Court, High Courts and Tribunals covering IBC proceedings, mining and enviornmental law matter, Personal Guarantee matters before DRT, arbitrations, and regulatory disputes including CESTAT cases. Oversaw contract review for liability exposure, DPDP implementation, and spearheaded development of a contract playbook for standardised transaction documentation • Completed acquisition of Italian valve manufacturer with subsidiaries across Europe • Structured Delhi Jal Board joint venture tender with protective clauses for payment security • Defended arbitration appeal against the Railways concerning loss of profit and loss of business claims • Coordinated SIAC award enforcement in China • Comprehensive review of international and domestic sales contracts for vicarious liability and insurance coverage gaps

Education

• West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences

  Integrated B.A. LLB (Hons), Law

  2004 — 2009

• Salt Lake School

  ICSE & ISE, Business/Commerce, General

  1991 — 2003

Skills

• Consumer Law
• Insurance Law
• Competition Law
• Corporate Finance
• Entertainment Law
• International Investment
• Corporate Law
• International Trade Law
• Due Diligence
• Courts
• Arbitration
• Civil Litigation
• Intellectual Property
• Alternative Dispute Resolution