Chintan Nirala

Chintan Nirala is currently pursuing his doctorate in international investment law and constitutional law at McGill University under the guidance of Prof Andrea K. Bjorklund. His research focuses on the socio-legal aspects of investment law and the feasibility of establishing a multilateral investment court. Chintan holds a Master of Laws degree in International Dispute Resolution from King’s College London, United Kingdom, and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree from the University of Allahabad, India.

Chintan has previously worked as a consultant on investment disputes and international commercial arbitration cases. As a qualified Indian advocate, he practised in India and was part of a commercial chamber. He has acted as tribunal secretary and research intern under several Indian Supreme Court and High Court Judges. In addition, he has also been a member of the editorial teams for several legal journals and has actively engaged with pro bono work.