Welcome to
Sanctum Law
We are not just a run-of-the-mill law firm, but a lawyers’ collective who strive to make a wholesome and revolutionary difference in the way legal services are provided. With a combination of excellent practical experience and adoption of innovative strategies, Sanctum Law delivers effective and efficient time-bound legal results to clients.
About Us
“As long as I live, so long do I learn”
~ The Paramahamsa
Our Focus
• Dispute resolution
• Real estate
• General corporate
Our experience spans a wide range of sectors such as commercial and contentious litigation, arbitration, real estate, company law, family law, antitrust (competition) law, consumer law, intellectual property litigation, service law, trade law and criminal law.
Our Philosophy
Kaizen /kaɪˈzɛn/ (n.)
a philosophy of continuous improvement of working practices that underlies total quality management and in-time business techniques.
Founded in 2018 on the simple yet profound Japanese premise of kaizen, we, at Sanctum Law, adopt ingenious strategies and a simple yet sophisticated approach to legal issues, combining it with our healthy and happy work culture, to ensure time-bound, efficient, effective and most importantly practical results for clients.
Our Identity
Our logo represents the firm’s inherent values and ethos. The Gandabherunda, the mythical Phoenix-like creature, popular by its presence in Karnataka’s state emblem, represents the regional origins of the firm. The widely outstretched wings reflect the freedom and ambition of the firm to grow into an institution.
The Golden Eyes of the Tiger, represents the nationality of the firm. The aggressive golden eyes reflects skilful attention to detail to the task at hand. The letter ‘S’ at the centre is reflective of the name of the firm, Sanctum, meaning ‘core’, indicating the initials of our founders who form the core of the firm.
People
Sammith S
Founder and Principal Attorney
Academic qualification
• B.A.L, LL.B, University Law College, Bangalore Recipient of two gold medals for academic proficiency-
• Prof. V.B. Coutinho Gold Medal for Jurisprudence
• Pradhana Shiromani Nyapathi Madhava Rao Gold Medal for Family Law
• LL.M (International Business Law), London School of Economics & Political Science, London Jhunjhunwala-LSE India Scholar
Core focus areas
Commercial and contentious litigation, writ litigation, real estate law, arbitration, criminal law, company law, contract law, white collar crime, employment law, family law, competition (antitrust) law, intellectual property litigation and technology, media & telecommunications laws.
Previous affiliations
Industry leading antitrust practices at India’s magic circle law firms, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and AZB & Partners.
Sammith is the founder of Sanctum Law. He represents most of South India’s leading real estate developers having presence in Bangalore, in addition to being an empanelled advisor to Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India (CREDAI), Bangalore/Karnataka.
Sammith appears for and advises a wide variety of clients ranging from multinational conglomerates to start-up enterprises. He is an ardent litigator and has appeared before the Supreme Court and various High Courts. In addition, he regularly assists in settling various types of agreements, compliance audits and real estate title due diligence.
Shivanand S
Mentor and Senior Consultant
Academic qualification
• B.Com, Mysore University, Shivamogga
• LL.B, Sree Jagadguru Renukacharya College of Law, Bangalore
Core focus areas
Commercial and contentious litigation, real estate law, criminal law, family law.
Shivanand is a mentor and senior consultant with Sanctum Law. With an experience spanning more than 30 years, Shivanand carries the reputation of being a stand-out arguing counsel and has an excellent rapport with members of both the Bar and the Bench. Shivanand has successfully represented leading real estate players and multinational companies in matters before the Karnataka High Court and the Supreme Court of India.
Shivanand holds the distinction of the being the first advocate to cross-examine former Prime Minister of India, Mr. HD Deve Gowda, in an election petition. He has also successfully appeared in writ petitions contesting arbitrary land laws such as the Karnataka Land Revenue Act, Karnataka Land Reforms Act, Land Acquisition Act, etc. His in-depth knowledge of land laws makes him the preferred choice of leading real estate players for availing a wide array of legal services ranging from title opinions to representation in writ petitions. His experience and thorough understanding of the legal system makes him an invaluable asset to the firm.
Academic qualification
B.A., LL.B (Hons.), Bangalore Institute of Legal Studies, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Civil & Criminal Law | Service Law | Family Law | Writ Litigation
Academic qualification
• B.A., LL.B. (HONS.), School of Law, Christ University, Bengaluru.
• LL.M. (Corporate & Financial Law), Jindal Global Law School, O.P, Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana.
Core focus areas
Procedural Laws - Civil & Criminal | Family Law | White Collar Crime | General Corporate Writ Litigation | Real Estate Litigation
Academic qualification
B.A, LLB(Hons.), School of Law,
Christ University, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Arbitration | Procedural Laws- Civil & Criminal | Infrastructure &
Construction Disputes |
Academic qualification
B.B.A., LL.B. (HONS.) JSS Law College, Mysuru.
Core focus areas
Procedural Laws - Civil & Criminal | Writ Litigation | Dispute Resolution | Commercial Dispute | Arbitration
Academic qualification
B.A, LL.B, University Law College, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Civil Law | Constitutional Law | Land & Revenue Laws | Arbitration
Academic qualification
B.A. LL. B (2018-2023)
University Law College, Bengaluru.
Advanced Diploma in Criminal Law & Forensic Science Centre for Distance and Online Education, NALSAR, University of Law (Hyderabad)
Core focus areas
Dispute Resolution (Civil) │Writ Litigation│ADR - Arbitration │Intellectual Property Law │Real Estate Litigation
Academic qualification
B.A., LL.B. (HONS.), University Law College, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Civil & Commercial Disputes | Title Due Diligence | Property Transactions| Arbitration | Dispute Resolution | Real Estate Litigation
Academic qualification
B.A., LL.B, K.L.E Society’s Law College, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Procedural Laws - Writ Litigation | Family Law | Real Estate Litigation
Academic qualification
B.A., LL.B., St. Joseph’s College of Law, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Civil Litigation | Writ Litigation | Real Estate Litigation | Dispute Resolution
Academic qualification
B.A. LL.B, St. Joseph’s College of Law, Bengaluru.
Core focus areas
Civil Litigation | Dispute Resolution | Writ Litigation | Real Estate Litigation
Academic qualification
B.A., PG.DHRM, Mysore University
Careers
Associate Advocates
We offer a distinctly supportive work culture coupled with unmatched client interaction experience, and an engaging and indulgent work environment that ensures the highest level of tranquillity and contentment to sustain an optimum work-life balance. Please write to contact@sanctumlaw.com with the subject “Retainership Application”.
Internship
We offer internships only on a full time basis (10am to 8pm). The internship experience covers research, drafting, briefing, liaising, file preparation and practical experience. Interested students may write to contact@sanctumlaw.com with the subject “Internship Application”.
Please note that applications addressed to any other email IDs including those of our advocates individually will not be responded to and all responses will be only through the official ID provided above. Please allow 3-4 weeks for a response.
Contact
Our Address:
004, 005 & 107, Raheja Chambers,
12, Museum Road,
Bangalore 560 001
Email: contact@sanctumlaw.com
Landline: +91 80415 52123
Mobile: +91 89044 52123
