Our Partners

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CS ANKKUSH R AGGARWAL (FOUNDER)

Mr. Ankkush R Aggarwal is a Founding Partner of the firm, bringing with him over 17 years of distinguished experience across private equity, public offerings, business plan development, valuation advisory, and the establishment of start-ups. Prior to co-founding the firm, he was associated with the Berger Paints Group, based in Delhi, where he gained significant industry exposure and strategic insight.

He has been invited as a guest Speaker for SIP, EDP, TOP (Training Programmes) conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and also by many management colleges since March, 2010 and has been associated with the Delhi Chapter, Gurgaon Chapter, Noida Chapter, Meerut Chapter, and Jaipur Chapter of ICSI as a faculty and addressed number of Training Programmes, Seminars and Workshops conducted by ICSI.

He is a Fellow member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Commerce.


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CS DIVYA CHAWLA (FOUNDER)

Ms. Divya Chawla is a founder partner of the Firm AD and Associates. She has distinguished exposure and more than 17 years of experience in Corporate Legal, Secretarial Compliances, FEMA, Compounding, Corporate Consultancy etc.

She is a Fellow member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and has obtained Masters Degree in Commerce and Bachelors Degree in Law.

She has received the Merit Certificate from Mr. Montek Singh Ahluwalia on 84th Annual Convocation Day of Delhi University in the year 2007 for securing 1st Position in Bachelors Degree of Commerce in Delhi University.

She has command over secretarial matters, due diligence, incorporations, FEMA Matters, drafting and vetting of various Legal agreements, closure of defunct companies, Conversion of LLPs, Firms into Private and Public Company, Corporate Consultancy, Compounding of offences, RBI related matters.


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CS SONAL JAIN (POSH Trainer and Compliance Manager)

Ms. Sonal Jain is a Fellow Company Secretary, Law Graduate, Independent Director, and seasoned compliance professional with over a decade of distinguished experience in Corporate Laws, Governance, and POSH Compliance. As the Co-Founder & CEO of Compliance MART, Head of Secretarial Practise at MSA Legal, Vice President of WICCI Delhi, and associated as POSH Trainer and Compliance Manager with AD & Associates, she has been instrumental in strengthening compliance frameworks and promoting ethical workplace practices across diverse industries.

A former Chairperson and Member of the Ghaziabad Chapter of NIRC-ICSI, Ms. Jain has earned recognition for her expertise in workplace law and organizational governance. She has advised and trained leading organizations including Macquarie Global Services, Ramada by Wyndham, The Piano Man Jazz Club, Kanodia Group, Shinsung C&T India Pvt. Ltd., and Oritso Group on POSH compliance, policy formulation, Internal Committee constitution, investigations, and workplace sensitization. Her unique blend of legal acumen, practical insight, and people-centric approach enables organizations to foster safe, inclusive, and legally compliant workplaces while upholding the highest standards of corporate governance and dignity at work.


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MS. CHESTA VERMA (Senior Manager)

Ms. Chesta Verma is a dedicated Senior Manager who completed her Management Training from AD & ASSOCIATES and continues to support the firm across various compliance mandates from last 7 years. With a strong foundation in corporate laws, she has practical expertise in secretarial compliances under the Companies Act, 2013 and is well-versed in RBI, FEMA, and SEBI (PIT) Regulations.

Her key areas of work include:

  • Drafting and vetting of Board and General Meeting documents
  • Incorporation and statutory filings for companies and LLPs
  • Maintenance of statutory registers and records
  • Handling event-based and annual ROC compliances
  • FEMA reporting and FDI-related compliances
  • Implementation under SEBI (PIT) Regulations
  • Assistance in secretarial due diligence processes

She is known for her diligence, attention to detail, and commitment to ensuring tailored legal and procedural compliance while continuously enhancing her professional expertise.


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MS. RITU KASHYAP (Manager (Secretarial Compliance Division))

Ms. Ritu Kashyap is a dynamic professional leading our Secretarial Compliance Division and a member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). She serves as a strategic point of contact for clients, ensuring seamless adherence to complex company law frameworks. With a strong foundation from her 6 years tenure at AD & ASSOCIATES, she brings specialized expertise in Company Law and end-to-end company incorporations. She also acts as a dedicated consultant, providing real-time solutions on the Companies Act, LLP Act, FEMA, and related regulatory frameworks, while guiding high-growth startups through multiple funding rounds and regulatory complexities

Ritu’s practice focuses on delivering proactive, cross-disciplinary solutions that integrate legal mandates with business objectives:

  • Corporate Governance & Advisory: Drafting and vetting Board and General Meeting documents in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013.
  • Foreign Investment & Regulatory Affairs: Managing FEMA and RBI compliances, including FDI reporting and ECB mandates.
  • Secretarial Due Diligence & Audits: Conducting audits and due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings to mitigate risks.
  • Regulatory Filings & Entity Management: Overseeing statutory filings for Companies and LLPs, including ROC filings and capital restructuring

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MS. VANSHIKA JADOUN (Management Trainee)

Ms. Vanshika is a dedicated Company Secretary Trainee, actively gaining practical exposure in corporate laws and regulatory compliance from AD and Associates from last

1.5 years. She is currently undergoing training and supporting the firm across various secretarial and compliance functions.

With a strong academic background and a keen interest in FEMA Law, she is developing hands-on experience in handling compliances under the FEMA Act 1999 and related regulatory frameworks. She is committed to building expertise in corporate governance and legal advisory.

Her key areas of work include:

  • Assisting in drafting and vetting of Board and General Meeting documents
  • Supporting incorporation and statutory filings for companies and LLPs
  • Assisting in maintenance of statutory registers and records
  • Handling ROC & FEMA filings and compliance documentation
  • Supporting research on Companies Act, FEMA, and other regulatory matters

She is known for her disciplined approach, willingness to learn, and attention to detail, and is focused on continuously enhancing her professional knowledge in the field of corporate compliance.


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MS. SHIVANI JAIN (Management Trainee)

Ms. Shivani Jain is a Company Secretary Trainee working at AD and Associates for the past 1.5 years. She is learning and gaining practical experience in company laws and compliance work.

She holds a strong academic background and carries a genuine interest in Company Law and corporate governance. During her training, she has been actively involved in supporting the firm across a range of secretarial and compliance functions, contributing meaningfully to the team's day-to-day work.

  • Helping prepare documents for Board and General Meetings
  • Assisting with the registration of new companies and LLPs
  • Maintaining important legal records and registers
  • Filing documents with the ROC (Registrar of Companies)
  • Doing research on company laws and other regulations like FEMA

Shivani Jain is hardworking, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn. She is focused on growing her knowledge and skills in the field of corporate compliance.


 
     
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