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Join us for an essential Dinner and Discussion focused on the legal pitfalls small businesses often encounter and how to avoid costly mistakes.
This event, organized by SACC Houston in collaboration with our co-host SABA (South Asian Bar Association), is designed to equip entrepreneurs and business owners with crucial knowledge and strategies to navigate common legal challenges and safeguard their ventures.
Our informative evening will feature expert insights on preventing legal errors that can impact your business operations. Whether you're a startup founder or an established business owner, this discussion will provide valuable guidance to help you protect your enterprise and ensure its continued success.
The event will include presentations from three distinguished professionals: Ashish Mahendru, Founding Partner at Mahendru P.C., Ayesha Najam Partner at Gibbs & Bruns, LLP and Divjyot Singh, Managing Partner at SHEV Law Group. These experts will share their extensive knowledge on mitigating legal risks and offer practical advice tailored to small businesses.
Parking will be conveniently available with complimentary valet service, courtesy of AZA. Valet parking is located on McKinney, directly across from Pappa's Restaurant. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of legal best practices and connect with fellow professionals. Register now to secure your spot and join us for an evening of valuable discussion and networking.
We look forward to welcoming you to this crucial conversation on protecting your business from legal pitfalls.
Speakers
Ashish Mahendru has successfully handled a broad range of cases in state and federal courts, including business and commercial disputes and energy, construction, employment, securities, trade secrets and real estate cases.
He seeks efficient and effective outcomes for his clients. He is known for obtaining remarkable results early on in cases, especially for clients needing temporary injunctions and restraining orders. He has been praised by other lawyers as knowing the courthouse as well as anyone and he’s heard complaints from opposing lawyers who say he treats every client like it’s his only client, which can wear down his opponents. A client put it well when he said: “You have no doubt that Ashish wants to win the case as bad as you do.”
Mr. Mahendru represents individual litigants, class action litigants and corporate litigants, and he has the distinct perspective of representing both sides of the docket – plaintiffs and defendants. As a businessman and entrepreneur, he understands that legal disputes can threaten your business and reputation and he will work relentlessly to protect both.
Mr. Mahendru also has first chair jury trial experience in Texas State District Courts, where he has obtained effective verdicts for his clients. He has been honored to receive several Guardian Ad Litem and Attorney Ad Litem appointments from Harris County District Courts, and he is admitted to and practices in good standing in state courts in Texas and Massachusetts. In 2008, Mr. Mahendru was a candidate for judge of the 334th State District Court.
Ayesha Najam is a seasoned attorney specializing in complex commercial litigation, with a strong emphasis on disputes in the energy, construction, and fiduciary duty sectors. Since joining her firm in 2005, Ayesha has represented a diverse range of clients across various industries, including energy, manufacturing, healthcare, software, construction, and commercial real estate.
Before starting her practice, Ayesha served as a law clerk for Judge Stephen H. Glickman of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals from 2004 to 2005. Her experience has earned her a growing reputation for effectively handling a broad array of commercial disputes, particularly in the energy, construction, and real estate sectors.
Ayesha is highly regarded for her professionalism and poise in the courtroom. She is known as an exceptional trial lawyer, a skilled negotiator, and an astute attorney who quickly grasps complex business issues. Clients and peers consistently praise her knowledge, dedication, and outstanding legal acumen, recognizing her as a standout in her field.
“Ayesha Najam has a growing reputation for her adept handling of a broad array of commercial disputes, including matters in the energy, construction, and real estate sectors.”
– Chambers USA 2024
Divjyot Singh is the Managing Partner at SHEV Law Group, PLLC, bringing nearly two decades of experience in business investment, development, and management. His career has been marked by significant achievements in commercial real estate, which he has seamlessly integrated with his legal expertise. Graduating at the top of his class from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Mr. Singh combines a deep understanding of real estate with a strong legal foundation.
His professional skills extend beyond his law practice to include research, management, customer service, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. This diverse skill set enhances his ability to navigate complex legal and business landscapes effectively.
Outside of his professional life, Mr. Singh plays a vital role as a director at one of the largest Gurdwaras in the Southern United States, demonstrating his commitment to community service and leadership.
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AZA
Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing, or AZA, is first and foremost a trial firm. Our more than 50 lawyers have been in a trial nearly every month since 2016. We tried 23 cases total in the years 2018 and 2019. In 2020, when many courts were closed because of COVID-19, we tried six cases. In 2021 and 2022 we tried 27 total. We tried 21 cases in 2023. We have already tried 12 cases in 2024. Our courtroom experience, our knowledge of what will matter to a jury or judge, and our command of trial technology permit us to do this efficiently. Being trial-ready also strongly influences settlement. Opponents recognize that with more than 250 trials under our belts, we have confidence in our position and our ability to advocate that position. In fact, AZA is often hired on the eve of trial, once it has become clear that the case must be tried.
Although many of our cases involve high-stakes litigation for multinational companies, we also excel at representing individuals and mid-sized businesses with serious legal issues. We also understand that a superior result does not always involve a verdict or judgment, and are equally skilled at developing creative solutions to business problems.
Beck Redden
Beck Redden LLP provides superior trial and appellate advocacy. Clients appreciate our smart, efficient approach, which consistently produces significant victories throughout Texas and nationwide.
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