The People Behind
the Practice.

Mrs. Kanwal S. Walia is the Founder of the firm, bringing over 18 years of distinguished legal practice before the Supreme Court of India and the High Courts of Punjab & Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi. Widely recognized as a leading advocate and corporate consultant, she commands a prominent pan-India and global client base spanning individual, corporate, and institutional sectors. Her exceptional professional standing is reflected in her extensive empanelment with numerous government departments, corporations, and major public and private banks. Notably, she successfully structured and vetted the legal documentation for the landmark ₹1,200 crore SBI–GMADA financing deal for the Aerocity Project in Mohali, underscoring her capability in handling high-stakes commercial, financial, and infrastructure transactions. Her comprehensive practice encompasses corporate and banking law, domestic and international arbitration, real estate regulations (RERA), SARFAESI and DRT proceedings, land and revenue laws, and intellectual property disputes. Additionally, she possesses highly specialized expertise in constitutional litigation, complex civil and criminal trials, and medico-legal matters involving medical negligence and professional liability. Currently pursuing her PhD to further deepen her legal scholarship, Mrs. Walia combines an aggressive yet balanced courtroom approach with a strict dedication to quick, result-oriented client service. As the guiding visionary of the firm, her profound institutional wisdom, legal strategy, and commitment to professional integrity ensure the highest standards of excellence for all clients.

• Civil & Criminal Litigation
• Writ Petitions
• Arbitration
• Constitutional & Commercial
• Infrastructure Disputes
• Corporate & Banking
• SARFAESI & DRT
• RERA & IP
• Medico-legal

J. P. Sondhi is a highly respected Income Tax practitioner with nearly five decades of active practice, serving as the Patron and guiding force of KWA. Widely regarded as an eminent figure in the field of taxation, he has built an exceptional reputation for his profound legal acumen, professional integrity, and strategic counsel. Throughout his illustrious career, he has successfully advised and represented individuals, businesses, and institutions in complex direct taxation matters, regulatory compliance, and high-stakes financial disputes across all forums and stages of legal proceedings. Despite his extensive experience, Mr. Sondhi remains deeply engaged in active practice, seamlessly blending decades of practical wisdom with a sharp understanding of contemporary legal developments. As a seasoned lawyer and revered mentor, he is known for providing pragmatic, solution-oriented guidance marked by clarity, precision, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Furthermore, his keen interest in public affairs, governance, and political discourse brings a broad, nuanced perspective to complex legal problem-solving, ensuring invaluable strategic direction for both his clients and the firm.

Mr. Yogesh Puri read Law at the Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh, before pursuing an MBA with a specialization in Services Management in Canada. His international legal exposure encompasses litigation, corporate advisory, and dispute resolution across multiple jurisdictions, including a tenure at a reputed Canadian law firm where he handled personal injury claims, matrimonial disputes, and complex civil litigation. As an internationally trained lawyer, Mr. Puri has earned the confidence of a significant NRI clientele, regularly advising and representing them in property transactions, partitions, mutations, and general legal affairs in India, often acting through powers of attorney. Additionally, he provides strategic counsel to corporate entities across diverse sectors, including information technology, manufacturing, chemicals, education, automotive components, and banking. His professional experience further extends to teaching Business Law in Canada and facilitating cross-border mediations involving clients and legal professionals across both Canada and the United States. At KWA, Mr. Puri’s broad areas of practice encompass civil and commercial disputes, financial and contractual matters, family law, and criminal litigation. Highly recognized for his strategic approach and meticulous preparation, he seamlessly brings together an international perspective, multidisciplinary experience, and a client-centric focus to deliver practical, effective, and result-oriented legal solutions while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Ms. Komal Bishnoi is a Legal Associate at KWA, where she primarily focuses on Writ Petitions, FAOs, Land Acquisition, Tender and Contractual Disputes, Criminal Law, and Arbitration matters. Known for her persuasive advocacy, meticulous preparation, and sharp analytical acumen, she plays an active role in safeguarding clients’ interests through diligent representation and well-crafted legal strategies. In line with the core ethos of KWA, she consistently contributes to the firm’s strategic, research-driven, and client-centric approach to delivering highly effective legal representation and practical solutions. Throughout her practice, Ms. Bishnoi remains deeply committed to handling complex legal issues with the utmost professionalism and responsiveness. Her structured and thorough approach ensures that every matter is backed by robust research and tailored advocacy. By combining clear legal strategies with an efficient work ethic, her practice directly reflects the firm’s commitment to maintaining exceptional client service and achieving successful, result-oriented outcomes across all legal disputes.

Shaurya Walia belongs to a distinguished legal lineage as a third-generation lawyer who brings a deep-rooted understanding of legal strategy, an elite academic record, and high-level judicial exposure to the firm's dispute resolution and litigation teams. Graduating at the absolute top tier of his class, he has established a strong foundation in sharp analytical reasoning and complex statutory interpretation. His exceptional leadership and execution capabilities are highlighted by his tenure as the Chairman of the Moot Court Society, where he directed advanced advocacy programs, and his successful role as the Convenor for a major nationwide tournament. This academic and organizational excellence is strongly supported by elite judicial clerkship experience at the Supreme Court of India and a prominent High Court, where he worked within judicial chambers to draft briefing notes and independent legal opinions for over 250 high-stakes cases spanning constitutional law, white-collar crime, banking regulations, and commercial insolvency. Complementing his deep courtroom and appellate background, Shaurya possesses a solid foundation in corporate advisory, regulatory compliance, and alternative dispute resolution from key clinical stints at a tier-1 national law firm. His corporate experience encompasses evaluating SEBI regulatory standards, mapping private credit deal flows, analyzing aviation compliance frameworks, and assisting counsel in active domestic arbitration proceedings. His rigorous research and written advocacy are further underscored by his selection to co-author a practical legal manual on the newly enacted criminal laws for a premier national civil services training academy. As a highly accomplished competitive advocate with multiple national championship titles, prestigious national runner-up finishes, and top institutional awards for authoring best-in-class legal memorials, Shaurya brings an intuitive mastery over courtroom dynamics and persuasive oral arguments to the firm's core legal operations.

Sehaj Kaur is a dynamic legal professional with a strong academic foundation and a specialized focus on insolvency, corporate bankruptcy, and debt recovery laws. Graduating from a five-year integrated law program with a competitive academic standing, she combines rigorous legal training with practical management skills. Her strong leadership and organizational capabilities are highlighted by her tenure as the Chairperson of the Legal Aid Clinic, where she successfully managed institutional operations and legal outreach programs, demonstrating an ability to handle complex professional responsibilities. Her practical experience is backed by extensive clinical exposure at dedicated resolution professional firms, corporate chambers, and debt recovery forums. Under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), Sehaj has verified compliance claims, analyzed moratorium and liquidation provisions, and drafted statutory insolvency applications and replies concerning corporate debtor properties. Her specialized background also includes attending proceedings before the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT), handling cross-border insolvency research, and co-authoring a practical legal manual on new criminal laws for a premier national civil services training academy. As an accomplished competitive advocate, she has won national moot court championships and achieved prestigious runner-up finishes, making her a highly capable asset to the firm's corporate litigation and insolvency teams.

Hargun Singh is a dynamic legal professional with a specialized focus on constitutional law, public law, and appellate litigation. Completing his five-year integrated law degree, he combines a clear understanding of fundamental legal principles with exceptional institutional leadership skills. His capability to manage high-level responsibilities is demonstrated by his tenure as the Chairman of the Moot Court Society and his successful role as the Convenor for a major national moot court competition, where he handled complex planning and multi-committee operations. His strong interest in constitutional themes is further highlighted by his selection to judge competitive advocacy tournaments featuring complex propositions centered around digital data, technology, and constitutionalism. His practical expertise is anchored by elite judicial clerkship experiences, including multiple intensive internships at the Supreme Court of India and a prominent High Court. Across these judicial chambers, Hargun analyzed and prepared briefing notes for over 200 cases, focusing heavily on writ petitions, appellate challenges, and statutory interpretations. He has conducted sophisticated research on high-stakes constitutional questions, such as the legal frameworks governing judicial accountability and landmark right-to-privacy disputes, while also gaining hands-on experience drafting writ petitions for Certiorari and Mandamus. As a highly decorated advocate with multiple national moot court championship titles and prestigious national runner-up finishes, Hargun brings excellent courtroom presence, rigorous research depth, and persuasive oral advocacy to the firm's core litigation practice.