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A New Generation Banking Legal Platform Built On Experience, Expertise & Innovation
Combining Decades of Legal Excellence With Technology-Driven Solutions
Askkey Legal LLP is a specialised Banking & Corporate Law Firm.
Askkey Legal LLP is a specialised Banking & Corporate Law Firm providing comprehensive legal solutions to Banks, NBFCs, Housing Finance Companies and Financial Institutions.
Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the firm has been established with a vision to create a technology-enabled institutional legal platform that supports the complete secured lending lifecycle — from property due diligence and mortgage creation to litigation management and risk mitigation.
Built upon the foundation of 25+ years of banking and property law experience, Askkey Legal LLP brings together legal knowledge, operational capability and modern technology to deliver reliable and scalable legal services.
Our Vision
To Become India's Most Trusted Banking Legal Solutions Partner
We aim to redefine legal support for financial institutions by combining:
Legal Expertise
Deep understanding of banking laws, property laws, revenue systems and documentation practices.
Institutional Processes
Structured workflows designed for accuracy, compliance and timely execution.
Technology Innovation
AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, consistency and decision-making.
Our Mission
Supporting Financial Institutions With Confidence, Speed & Accuracy
Our mission is to provide:
- Reliable property title verification
- Practical legal solutions for secured lending
- Efficient mortgage and documentation support
- Risk-focused legal analysis
- Technology-enabled legal operations
We work towards reducing legal uncertainty and helping institutions make informed lending decisions.
Our Journey
From Legal Practice To Institutional Banking Partner
Askkey Legal LLP represents the evolution of extensive banking and property law expertise into a structured institutional legal platform.
The firm is supported by the professional legacy of Advocate Santosh Thakrar, Founder & Head of Legal Strategy, whose experience in banking and corporate law forms the foundation of the organisation.
Over the years, the practice has developed expertise in:
- Property title investigation
- Banking legal opinions
- Mortgage documentation
- Revenue record analysis
- Legal audits
- Financial institution support
Today, Askkey Legal LLP combines this legal foundation with a scalable operational model serving banking institutions across multiple locations.
Our Philosophy
Law Is Not Only About Compliance — It Is About Creating Confidence
For financial institutions, every legal opinion impacts:
- Credit decisions
- Asset security
- Portfolio quality
- Recovery strength
Therefore, our approach focuses on providing:
Clear Legal Understanding
We analyse documents, records and legal positions to provide practical conclusions.
Risk Identification
We focus on identifying potential legal issues before they impact lending decisions.
Action-Oriented Solutions
Our recommendations are designed to support business objectives while maintaining legal safeguards.
Leadership Excellence
Advocate Santosh Thakrar
Founder & Head – Legal Strategy
A banking and corporate law professional with extensive experience in property due diligence, mortgage documentation and institutional legal support. As the founder of Santosh Thakrar & Associates, Advocate Santosh Thakrar has developed strong expertise in:
- Banking legal services
- Property title verification
- Mortgage-related documentation
- AI-driven legal technology solutions
- Institutional legal compliance
He leads the firm's legal strategy with a focus on accuracy, transparency and innovation.
Mr. Aakash Sarkhedi
Head – Sales & Operations
Responsible for:
- Institutional relationships
- Operational management
- Client coordination
- Service delivery processes
- Business development initiatives
His role focuses on ensuring smooth execution of banking mandates and maintaining strong relationships with partner institutions.
Our Core Values
Integrity | Accuracy | Commitment | Innovation
Integrity
Maintaining transparency and professional responsibility in every assignment.
Accuracy
Delivering carefully reviewed legal analysis and documentation.
Commitment
Providing dependable support aligned with institutional requirements.
Innovation
Using technology to improve traditional legal processes.
The Askkey Advantage
Where Legal Experience Meets Banking Intelligence
Financial institutions require a legal partner who understands both The Law Behind The Documents and The Business Behind The Lending Decision. Askkey Legal LLP bridges this gap through:
Trusted Legal Infrastructure For India's Financial Institutions
Banking Legal Expertise | Property Due Diligence | Technology-Enabled Solutions