AQUILAW Welcomes Anuja N. Mukherji as Partner to Head Real Estate Practice in Mumbai
AQUILAW announces the appointment of Anuja N. Mukherji as Partner to lead the firm's Real Estate practice in Mumbai. With over 18 years of experience, Mukherji brings extensive expertise in real estate matters, including diligence, structuring, and documentation.
Real EstateAquilawAnuja N MukherjiMumbaiLegal PracticeReal Estate MumbaiAug 22, 2025
A graduate of Government Law College, Mumbai, Mukherji has over 18 years of extensive experience in real estate matters, ranging from diligence, structuring to documentation and other allied legal services pertaining to real property. Additionally, she has expertise in estate and succession planning.
Mukerji has advised on high-value acquisitions, disposals, and redevelopment of prime properties across Mumbai, Pune, Thane, and beyond. She has conducted complex title due diligences, structured transactions under MOFA and RERA, and advised developers, multinational companies, funds, and asset managers on acquisitions, disinvestments, and large-scale leases. Her key mandates include landmark deals at Carmichael Road, Malabar Hill, and Bhiwandi, along with estate planning, family settlements, and trust formations, making her expertise both diverse and deeply specialized.
Prior to joining AQUILAW, Mukerji was with Desai & Diwanji for 15 years, where she built a reputation for her exceptional legal acumen and client-centric approach.
On this development, Sucharita Basu, Managing Partner of AQUILAW, said, “AQUILAW has expanded its Real Estate Practice nationally with Partners and Associates across all four of AQUILAW’s offices. Additionally, AQUILAW’s extremely strong network of lawyers throughout the country augments the growth and evolution of the Firm’s Real Estate practice. AQUILAW is known for executing large and complex real estate transactions, with a prestigious clientele that includes developers, HNIs, landowners, and corporates from sectors such as logistics, hospitality, health, education, retail, IT, ITes, and many more. Anuja’s addition to AQUILAW strengthens the Firm’s ability to deliver strategic, commercially focused legal solutions in the dynamic and ever-growing real estate sector.
In alignment with this, we are extremely happy to welcome Anuja N. Mukerji, a seasoned and mature professional and an experienced real estate lawyer, into our constellation. We look forward to further developing this vital practice area for AQUILAW, constantly empowering and adding value to our clients.”
Soumya Banerjee, Partner and Practice Head – Real Estate & Infrastructure of AQUILAW, added, “We have very dedicatedly developed the Real Estate & Infrastructure Practice of the Firm and we now service clients in all the regions of the country. Anuja is very competent and is a valuable addition for the Western Region. We are excited about her becoming part of our very sincere team.”
Mukerji herself expressed her enthusiasm, “I am excited to be a part of AQUILAW and grateful for the opportunity to expand the firm’s Real Estate practice in Mumbai. Real Estate is a dynamic sector, and AQUILAW’s culture and vision make it the perfect platform to scale new heights. I look forward to contributing towards the Firm’s growth and deepening AQUILAW’s presence in this space.”
AQUILAW’s commitment to excellence and client satisfaction is further solidified with the addition of Anuja N. Mukherji, positioning the firm as a leader in the real estate legal landscape in Mumbai and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AQUILAW’s Real Estate Practice known for?
AQUILAW’s Real Estate Practice is known for executing large and complex real estate transactions, serving a prestigious clientele that includes developers, HNIs, landowners, and corporates from various sectors such as logistics, hospitality, health, education, retail, IT, and ITes.
What is Anuja N. Mukherji’s background?
Anuja N. Mukherji is a graduate of Government Law College, Mumbai, with over 18 years of experience in real estate matters, including diligence, structuring, and documentation. She has also advised on high-value acquisitions, disposals, and redevelopment of prime properties across multiple cities.
What are some of Anuja N. Mukherji’s key mandates?
Anuja N. Mukherji’s key mandates include landmark deals at Carmichael Road, Malabar Hill, and Bhiwandi, as well as estate planning, family settlements, and trust formations.
What does Sucharita Basu, Managing Partner of AQUILAW, say about Anuja N. Mukherji’s addition?
Sucharita Basu, Managing Partner of AQUILAW, states that Anuja’s addition strengthens the Firm’s ability to deliver strategic, commercially focused legal solutions in the dynamic real estate sector and adds value to their clients.
What does Anuja N. Mukherji say about joining AQUILAW?
Anuja N. Mukherji expresses her excitement about joining AQUILAW, noting that the firm’s culture and vision make it the perfect platform to scale new heights in the real estate sector.
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