Sunil Tyagi: Legal Luminary and Co-founder & MP of ZEUS Law Joins ACN Advisory Board
A seasoned expert in Corporate & Commercial Law and Real Estate, Sunil Tyagi brings his extensive experience and strategic vision to this Indo-East Asian Think Tank with a strong representation from Japan, S Korea, and Taiwan.
NEW DELHI: In a significant development in the Indo-East Asian bilateral relations, Sunil Tyagi Co-founder and Managing Partner of ZEUS Law Associates, a distinguished law firm specializing in various legal practice areas, has come onboard the ACN Advisory Board, as an Honorary Advisor.
With an impressive career spanning over three decades, Sunil has established himself as a leading figure in Corporate & Commercial Law, Real Estate and Infrastructure, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and Private Equity. His journey as a practicing lawyer began in 1991, and since then, he has been at the forefront of providing strategic legal solutions to clients across diverse sectors. His firm’s clientele spans East Asian nationalities – Japanese and South Korean.
An offshoot of the Asian Community News (ACN) Network, the ACN Advisory Board welcomes Sunil to this Asian think tank and advocacy & media group with an impressive representation from East Asian expats communities including Korean, Japanese, Taiwanese and Indians. With Sunil coming onboard, the ACN Advisory Board is all set to greatly benefit from his rich experience and insightful ideas and thoughts.
At ZEUS Law, Sunil leads several critical divisions, including Real Estate & Infrastructure, FDI, Corporate & Commercial Law, and Compliance. He plays a pivotal role in managing the operational aspects of the business, ensuring seamless service delivery and client satisfaction. His deep understanding of the synergies between Indian Civil Law and Business and Commercial Law has made him a sought-after advisor, particularly for foreign investors looking to enter the Indian market.
Sunil’s keen interest in Health, Infrastructure & Real Estate, Special Economic Zones, Aviation, Information and Technology, and Trading sectors, coupled with his comprehensive knowledge of both foreign and national commercial markets, positions him as a valuable consultant for strategic business and legal decisions.
Sunil’s expertise extends to structuring complex transactions, particularly in the Real Estate and Infrastructure sector. He has been instrumental in the development of townships, commercial, residential, and institutional complexes. His work includes advising on land acquisition, construction, development, and the disposal of built-up units. Notably, Sunil played a significant role in the prestigious Indian Railways project aimed at redeveloping 400 railway stations into world-class facilities. Known for his ability to simplify complex transactions, Sunil provides strategic legal advice that facilitates efficient and successful outcomes, including duty-saving structures in real estate transactions.
In addition to his professional practice, Sunil is an accomplished author and thought leader. He has written numerous articles and columns for leading journals and magazines, including Halsbury’s Law Monthly, Legal Era, Lex Witness, CREDAI Times, ABA Section of International Law, and The Business Law Reports. His contributions to the national English newspaper ‘Hindustan Times’ are widely recognized, particularly his weekly legal columns and Q&A sections. Sunil is also a regular guest on TV shows, where he shares his insights on real estate legal and regulatory matters.
Sunil’s professional memberships reflect his active engagement with the legal and business communities. He is a member of several committees at the PHD Chamber of Commerce, including the Housing & Urban Development, Corporate Affairs, Agriculture, and Consumer and Public Health Committees. He is also affiliated with the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce and the Agri Council of ASSOCHAM.
Sunil has been a prominent speaker at various conferences and seminars, sharing his expertise on topics such as RERA, GST, foreign investment, and policy reforms affecting the real estate sector. His speaking engagements include appearances on platforms like Zee Business, CNBC TV18, NDTV, and events organized by organizations such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Network 18, and the Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of India (CREDAI).
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Throughout his illustrious career, Sunil Tyagi has received numerous accolades and honors, including the Finance Monthly Law Award 2018 for Real Property Law Firm of the Year and the Legal Era Awards 2012 for Best Real Estate & Construction Law Firm of the Year. His dedication to excellence and his client-centric approach have earned him a stellar reputation as a trusted legal advisor and industry leader.
About ACN Advisory Board:
The ACN Advisory Board brings experts from East Asian countries (Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and India) together on a common forward-looking platform for strengthening the Indo-Asian bilateral ties through the ACN media initiative and also advocacy platform.
Honorary board members:
Representing South Korea: Mr. Euy Don Park, President, Korean Federation in India and VP, Korean Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KOCHAM), Mr. Joonhwa Bin, Managing Director, KOTRA South Asia, New Delhi, Mr. KIM Moon Young, Professor, SolBridge International School of Business, Korea & former MD, KOTRA, South Asia, New Delhi, Sr. Jagdip Singh, Honorary Consul General of Korea, Chandigarh & Chairman of SIGMA Group of Companeis, Mr. Suresh Chukkapalli, Honorary Consul General of Korea, Telangana, Prof. Do Young Kim, Honorary Director, Korean Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia University, Mr. Sung-chang Hong, Managing Director, NongHyup Bank (NH Bank), Ms. Eun-joo LIM, Founder & Director, Indo-Korean Center, Pune, Dr Vyjayanti Raghavan, Ex-Chairperson, Centre for Korean Studies, JNU, and Mr. Arshi Krishnachar, India Head, Seoul Semiconductor & Chairman, ISLE, Karnataka.
Representing Japan: Mr. Tomio Isogai, Former MD, Sharp India and UAE, Ms. Tomo Kawane, Senior Researcher, India Japan Laboratory, Keio University, Japan, Mr. Hidehito Jay ARAKI, Management Consultant for Japanese companies in India, Mr. Nobuhiro Takahashi, Former Advisor, Japan Chamber of Commerce & Industry India (JCCII), Mr. Prakash Yadav, Co-founder, AJU Group of Japanese Hotels, Rohit Kochhar, Founder and Managing Partner, Kochhar & Co, and Mr. Shiv Kothari, Founder, Chain of Tokyo Stores to represent Indo-Japanese affairs.
Representing Taiwan: Mr. Peters Li-ying Chen, Assistant Representative, and Director (Education), Ministry of Education of Taiwan, ROC, and Asst Representative, Taiwan’s Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC), and Ms. Jennifer Makhecha (Tseng, Hsiao-Li) Chairperson, Taiwan Chamber of Commerce Mumbai (TCCM) represent Taiwan in this think tank.
