Mumbai: VERTICES PARTNERS, a contemporary full-service law firm with a pan-India presence across Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Bengaluru, has announced the elevation of Manu Varghese from Partner to Equity Partner as part of its annual leadership and talent advancement cycle.
The promotion reflects the firm’s continued focus on recognising internal talent and strengthening leadership across key practice areas. Over the years, Manu has built a strong presence within the firm, contributing significantly to its core practices while developing trusted client relationships and supporting the firm’s growth trajectory.
His elevation to Equity Partner marks an important milestone in his journey at VERTICES PARTNERS and underscores the firm’s emphasis on rewarding performance, commitment, and long-term value creation.
Commenting on the development, Vinayak Burman, Founder and Managing Partner, VERTICES PARTNERS, said, “Manu’s elevation to Equity Partner is a moment we have looked forward to. He has been an integral part of what we have built here — through his work, his relationships with clients, and the way he carries himself as a lawyer and as a colleague. This is a well-deserved recognition of everything he brings to the Firm.”
Sharing his thoughts on the appointment, Manu Varghese, Equity Partner, VERTICES PARTNERS, expressed, “I’m grateful to VERTICES for the trust the whole family has vested in me. VERTICES is a place where collaboration, ambition, and integrity meet seamlessly, and I’m excited to continue building the Firm alongside a team that shares these values. This promotion is a new opportunity and responsibility, and I look forward to contributing to the next phase of the Firm’s growth.”
The elevation is part of VERTICES PARTNERS’ broader annual promotions programme spanning multiple levels, from Equity Partner to Associate Manager, reflecting the firm’s ongoing investment in talent development and internal growth opportunities.
With this leadership advancement, VERTICES PARTNERS continues to strengthen its position as a growth-focused legal practice while reinforcing its commitment to nurturing long-term careers and building institutional capability.
