Meenal Maheshwari Shah joined Angel One as Group General Counsel

Meenal brings 14+ years of established leadership in the legal field

Bengaluru, 19th February 2024: Angel One, India’s leading fintech player, welcomed Meenal Maheshwari Shah aboard as Group General Counsel. With a remarkable career spanning over 14 years, Meenal’s expertise extends to working on diverse legal transactions, navigating complex legal landscapes and providing insightful counsel on legal, policy and regulatory matters. She has held prominent leadership positions and served as General Counsel, offering invaluable guidance to businesses both in India and overseas.

As Angel One’s Group General Counsel, Meenal will be focusing on making the legal and policy functions more robust. As a seasoned legal strategist, she excels in collaborating with businesses to establish corporate entities and governance frameworks. Her proficiency extends to designing and implementing effective processes and policies, showcasing a comprehensive skill set that contributes to the strategic success of organizations.

In her impactful career, Meenal is recognized as one of the Top 50 General Counsels by Forbes India in 2022. Serving as the Group Legal Director & Data Protection Officer at Lemmatree PTE Ltd, she played a pivotal role in establishing the legal function. Before her tenure at Lemmatree PTE Ltd, Meenal led the Legal Counsel function at prestigious organizations such as Essar Group and Times of India. Prior to being an in-house counsel, Meenal was in private practice at Khaitan & Co.

Mr. Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman and Managing Director, Angel One Limited, said, “Meenal’s addition to our team signifies a strategic move to fortify our legal capabilities and uphold the highest standards of compliance. With her extensive leadership in the legal field, we are confident that Meenal will play a pivotal role in navigating the intricacies of the evolving regulatory landscape. Her innovative approach aligns seamlessly with our commitment to operational excellence and we eagerly anticipate her contributions in steering Angel One towards new heights of success and growth.”

Ms. Meenal Maheshwari Shah, Group General Counsel, Angel One Limited said, “I am delighted to join Angel One as the Group General Counsel. The Company’s commitment to innovation and excellence aligns seamlessly with my own professional ethos. Excited to be a part of the growing indigenous brand of Angel One and making sure it grows sustainably. I look forward to leveraging my experience to navigate complex legal landscapes, foster a culture of compliance, and contribute to the Company’s continued success. Together, with the talented team at Angel One, we will embark on a journey of strategic growth and legal excellence.”