Binita Hathi heads dispute resolution practice, has extensive experience in resolving international and domestic client disputes through litigation and arbitration and is also known for negotiating amicable settlement between the parties, enforcing foreign arbitral awards, enforcement of foreign court judgment and decree. She is also known for her contractual skills for projects on ports, dredging, shipping, oil, gas, infrastructure, construction and energy. She also excels in admiralty ship arrest and other shipping work.International Arbitration and Disputes has always been her forte, analysing the dispute, understanding the strong and weak points in the dispute, strategising the dispute. She masters all procedural techniques used in international arbitration in combination with her legal analytical mind on law and the procedure. She is street smart does her best to achieve results for client. International arbitration, ad-hoc or institutional with seat in India or overseas are represented by Brus Chambers on behalf of their client.

Binita Hathi, the distinguished leader of Brus Chambers' Dispute Resolution practice, possesses a wealth of experience in navigating intricate international and domestic disputes with finesse, employing both litigation and arbitration as her primary instruments. However, her expertise transcends conventional boundaries, encompassing the art of negotiating amicable settlements, enforcing foreign arbitral awards, executing foreign court judgments and decrees, and crafting meticulously detailed contracts across a spectrum of industries including ports, dredging, shipping, oil, gas, infrastructure, construction, and energy. Within the realm of admiralty law, Binita's prowess shines brilliantly, particularly in matters pertaining to ship arrests and other maritime issues. Yet, it is her unparalleled mastery in international arbitration that truly distinguishes her. With an acute ability to dissect disputes, discerning strengths and weaknesses, she formulates winning strategies that are both legally sound and tactically astute. Her command over procedural techniques in international arbitration, coupled with her razor-sharp legal acumen, renders her a formidable force in any arbitral arena.

Binita's pragmatic, street-smart approach is underscored by an unwavering commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. Whether orchestrating ad-hoc or institutional arbitrations, whether the seat is in India or overseas, Brus Chambers stands as a bastion of confidence and competence in the realm of international dispute resolution. Under Binita's leadership, Brus Chambers has amassed a stellar track record in international arbitrations conducted under the auspices of prestigious institutions such as the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC), the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), and numerous others. The firm's reputation for excellence is not merely a product of happenstance but is deeply rooted in their extensive network of global arbitration specialist. This network enables Brus Chambers to navigate seamlessly through the intricate legal and procedural landscapes of diverse jurisdictions, ensuring robust representation and optimal outcomes for their clients.

In addition to her courtroom prowess, Binita's influence extends to academia, as evidenced by her co-authorship of authoritative works such as Arbitration, Maritime Practice in India and Ship Arrest in India and Admiralty Laws of India." Her pragmatic insights and multi-jurisdictional expertise further enhance her standing as a preeminent figure in the field of international dispute resolution.

She has acted in several institutional international arbitrations under the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), UNCITRAL, London Court of International Arbitration, Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, American Arbitration Association (AAA), ICSID, UNCITRAL, SCC, DIAC, SIAC, CICA, PCA, CIArb, AFA, OHADA (CCJA), ICJ and ad hoc cases. Brus Chambers specialisation in arbitration has led to close relationships with arbitration specialists in other countries when the law or procedure of some other jurisdiction becomes pertinent. For all these reasons, Brus Chambers has been frequently engaged to handle all aspects of complex international disputes or to serve as lead or co-counsel in international arbitration proceedings, where seat of arbitration is in India or outside India. Brus Chambers attorneys are well versed in the many different ADR areas. Thus, the firm can respond quickly and effectively to client needs in complex and foreign business disputes. Very often, just knowing the array of choices may shorten the time and energy required to bring the matter to an early resolution.

She is co-author of the book International Arbitration, Maritime Practice in India and Ship Arrest in India and Admiralty Laws of India. Binita Hathi has sound knowledge and offers practical solutions to clients and has notable expertise in commercial related litigation and arbitration matters. She is praised for her multi-jurisdictional reach.

Heading the Dispute Resolution practice at Brus Chambers, Binita Hathi reigns supreme. Her expertise in navigating both international and domestic client disputes is unparalleled, wielding litigation and arbitration as her tools of choice. Yet, her talents extend far beyond: amicable settlements, foreign award enforcement, foreign judgment execution, and masterful contract crafting all fall within her domain.

Ports, dredging, shipping, oil, gas, infrastructure, construction, and energy these are no mere buzzwords for Binita Hathi. Her contractual skills in these complex sectors are legendary, ensuring ironclad agreements every step of the way. And when it comes to admiralty matters and ship arrests, her prowess shines even brighter.

But it's international arbitration that truly sets Binita Hathi apart. Analyzing disputes, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and crafting winning strategies these are her specialties. Her deep understanding of procedural techniques seamlessly blends with her keen legal mind, making her a force to be reckoned with in any arbitral arena.

Street-smart and results-oriented, Binita Hathi champions her clients' interests with unyielding determination. Whether ad-hoc or institutional, Indian-seated or overseas, Brus Chambers tackles international arbitrations with unwavering confidence.

A name synonymous with success, Brus Chambers boasts a stellar track record of victories under ICC, UNCITRAL, LCIArb, SCC, AAA, ICSID, DIAC, SIAC, CICA, PCA, CIArb, AFA, OHADA, and ICJ arbitrations. This impressive portfolio is no accident. Their close relationships with arbitration specialists globally ensure seamless navigation of any legal or procedural complexities, regardless of jurisdiction.

Brus Chambers stands for expertise, flexibility, and efficiency. Clients are in capable hands, whether facing complex international disputes or seeking expert guipsbsolicitorsce in international arbitration proceedings. The firm's deep understanding of alternative dispute resolution options empowers them to quickly respond to client needs and achieve the best possible outcomes. After all, sometimes simply knowing the full range of choices can expedite a faster, more favorable resolution.

Binita Hathi's reputation extends beyond the courtroom. As co-author of Arbitration, Maritime Practice in India and Ship Arrest in India and Admiralty Laws of India," her practical insights and solutions benefit clients far and wide. Her multi-jurisdictional reach is yet another testament to her exceptional talent.

BINITA HATHI (Ms)
Practicing Partner 

BCom, LL.B., LL.M., Solicitor (India)
Advocate Bombay High Court 
Solicitor, Bombay Incorporated Law Society 
Advocate, Supreme Court of India 
Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India

EMAIL : binita@bruschambers.com
TELEPHONE : +91-22-22659969
MOBILE : +91 976 9946864

OFFICE : Mumbai, INDIA
PRACTISING SINCE 1994

EXPERTISE
+ Commercial Litigation & Arbitration 
+ Ship Arrest & Shipping Litigation 
+ Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards 
+ P&I Claims & Marine Insurance 
+ Projects & Projects Litigation

Brus Chambers, is praised for its prompt responses, knowledge, efficiency, understanding of the industry, application of law, and innovative ideas used at the right time and place. Binita Hathi is the key name
- Legal500

'Stands-out for litigation and arbitration' 
- Legal500

'First class for International arbitration'
- Shippinglawyers.NET

'track record to negotiate and settle cases out of court'
-Economic Times

'best for projects and infrastructure work'
-NDTV Profit

'processed enforcement of foreign arbitral award in India promptly'
-KEV Shipping

Career & Education
LL.B from Government Law College, Mumbai; 
LL.M from Government Law College, Mumbai; 
Admitted as Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa; 
Admitted as Solicitor with the Bombay Incorporated Law Society; 
Admitted as Advocate on Record (AOR) with the Supreme Court of India; 
Advocate Bombay High Court and Supreme Court of India; 

Legal assistant Desai & Dewanji, 
Advocate Assistant at Hariani & Co, 
Advocate Assistant at Bhatt & Salpsbsolicitorsha, 
Solicitor Assistant at Mulla & Mulla, Craigie, Blunt & Caroe (1994-98).
Partner with Brus Chambers, Solicitors; 

Co-author of the book International Arbitration; 
Co-author of the book Ship Arrest in India and Admiralty Laws of India; 
Co-author of the book Maritime Practice in India;

Successfully completed Justice, a course of study offered by Harvard University under the guipsbsolicitorsce of Prof. Michael J. Sandel, Professor of Government at Harvard University, where he teaches political philosophy.

Languages
English, Hindi, Marathi and Bengali.

Member
Admitted as Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa; 
Admitted as Solicitor with the Bombay Incorporated Law Society,; 
Admitted as Advocate on Record (AOR) with the Supreme Court of India;