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As 2024 comes to a close, we at Prism Chambers would like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients and partners for their unwavering trust and support.   This year has been an exciting journey filled with growth and many moments of joy. We wish all our friends, colleagues and collaborators a wonderful festive season! 🥳 --   A few highlights that have made 2024 truly special:   🤩 This year, we welcomed not one, but two Prism babies! Our enhanced parental leave policy and flexible working arrangements for new parents ensured we could support our team during their most precious periods of their lives. 🤩 Congratulations to our new rising stars: Medina T. and Ashwin Mudhoo, recognised in the ITR World Tax Rankings, and IFLR1000 Mauritius in Financial and Corporate respectively. These accolades are a testament to their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence. 🤩 Our Tax team has been ranked Tier 1 in Mauritius in both the General Tax and the Tax Controversy categories for the ITR (International Tax Review) World Tax Ranking 2025 and was short listed in the Tax Firm of the Year - Africa category for this year's ITR (International Tax Review) EMEA Tax Awards. 🤩 Our founder Johanne Hague was shortlisted in the Women Leaders in Law category for The African Legal Awards 2024. 🤩 On International Women’s Day, we hosted our first-ever afternoon high tea, bringing together remarkable women in our profession. It was a small gesture to celebrate their incredible contributions and inspire further collaboration. 🤩 We were proud to discuss Mauritius tax case law at the International Fiscal Association's first-ever congress on the African continent. Johanne Hague presented on the landmark Innodis case on a panel led by the eminent Jonathan Schwarz—the first Supreme Court transfer pricing case in Mauritius. 🤩 Two of our associates, Manesha Motee and Béatrice Phanjoo, attended the CMS Law Africa Academy, engaging with peers from across Africa and beyond to exchange ideas and sharpen their skills. 🤩 In line with our “collaborate, not compete” ethos, we’ve had the opportunity to partner with great colleagues on many matters and are ever so grateful to them for their trust: Tajnisha Rambocus Bissessur, Ryaad Owodally, Assad Khoosee, Feroz Hematally, Faraaz Jauffur, FCCA, ADIT, Roomesh Ramchurn, Heman Jeetun, ADIT, ACCA, MIPA, Oudai Mohun, Ryan Dennis Allas, Shameemah Abdool Raman, Joe Chan, Ravi Sookur, Bilshan Nursimulu, Khadijah Timol, Mathilde Parent Lagesse. 🤩 Last but certainly not least, Prism Chambers proudly entered into association with CMS, one of the leading European headquartered legal organisations. Photo credit to the extraordinary Khatleen Minerve Kamna Sungkur Yushrah Bayjou Georgina Caldow Jorge Tavares d' Almeida

We hope you enjoy the last episode of 2024 featuring Sanjay Bhuckory, SC as he talks to us about the art of advocacy, his experience of appearing before the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council and his thoughts on the future of the legal profession. Ashwin Mudhoo Manesha Motee Kamna Sungkur Béatrice Phanjoo Medina T. Natacha Soulange Sanjana Bhuckory Johanne Hague https://lnkd.in/dXDBTHeF

Johanne Hague and Medina T. share their thoughts on the key skills they believe are required in today's fast-paced world, to excel as a lawyer. Ashwin Mudhoo Kamna Sungkur Manesha Motee Béatrice Phanjoo Georgina Caldow Jorge Tavares d' Almeida

As we wrap up 2024, I wish to thank my brilliant videographer, Natacha Soulange, without whom this podcast would not exist. This year, we filmed and launched 34 episodes! I have loved every single one of them and look forward to more inspiration in 2025. A huge thank you to all our listeners, guests, and supporters for making this possible. Here’s to another year of storytelling. *** "In the courtroom, the lawyer is both a student and a teacher." – Ruth Bader Ginsburg For the last episode of Beyond the Black Letter Law for 2024, it felt only right to reflect on the art of advocacy and what it takes to become a truly skilled litigator. This week, we have the privilege of welcoming Sanjay Bhuckory, SC, a seasoned Senior Counsel, to share his remarkable journey. From the life-changing movie that inspired him to pivot his career path to invaluable insights on appearing before the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, Sanjay also offers his perspective on the future of the legal profession. Listening to Sanjay after the recording reminded me of a timeless truth: books can teach you the law, but experience shapes the advocate. It’s a gift we should never take for granted—and I found myself unintentionally taking notes! 🎙 The full episode drops this Wednesday on all our usual platforms. Medina T. Ashwin Mudhoo Kamna Sungkur Béatrice Phanjoo Manesha Motee Sanjana Bhuckory

Thank you Shalini Jugessur, Managing Director of Accenture Technology, Mauritius and Vietnam for talking to us in this week's episode about your professional journey, embedding DEI in organisational culture and using technology for good. Medina T. Kamna Sungkur Béatrice Phanjoo Manesha Motee Ashwin Mudhoo Natacha Soulange Yashmee Dewoo Issur Johanne Hague https://lnkd.in/dBwsGuM4

Gender diversity is an issue I care deeply about—but it’s also one I’ve had conflicting feelings about over time. Here’s the truth: I’m not a fan of positive discrimination. (There, I’ve said it!) What I do believe in, however, is creating access to opportunity (as opposed to merely talking about "equal opportunities"), fostering equity, and dismantling both conscious and unconscious biases. This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shalini Jugessur, Managing Director at Accenture Technology Mauritius, on our latest podcast episode. Shalini’s professional journey is proof of what can be achieved in a truly meritocratic environment—one that values skills, competence, and experience over legacy and connections. We had a thoughtful conversation about: ✅ Why embedding DEI within an organisation’s culture is non-negotiable ✅ How we can level the playing level ✅ Leadership and humility ✅ How to address brain drain in Mauritius ✅ The transformative power of technology as a tool for giving back Thank you, Shalini, for sharing your story and your insights. Full episode out on our usual platforms on Thursday! Medina T. Ashwin Mudhoo Kamna Sungkur Manesha Motee Béatrice Phanjoo Yashmee Dewoo Issur Natacha Soulange

Out of the deepest struggles, something beautiful can emerge. This week’s guest is living proof of that. Having faced a toxic partnership and an unhealthy relationship with food, he has completely transformed his life with grit, determination, and unwavering discipline. In this week’s episode, François Colin shares his remarkable journey of resilience—from hitting rock bottom to stepping into the cage to fight an MMA champion in front of thousands. This powerful conversation will resonate with so many—whether you’re navigating tough times, battling low self-esteem, or feeling held back by fear or anxiety. Thank you, Francois, for your openness and honesty. The full episode drops this Wednesday on our usual channels—don’t miss it! Medina T. Ashwin Mudhoo Manesha Motee Béatrice Phanjoo Kamna Sungkur Natacha Soulange

Huge congratulations to Ashwin Mudhoo for his first entry as Rising Star (Financial and corporate category) in this year's IFLR1000 2024 ranking for Mauritius! Medina T. Johanne Hague Béatrice Phanjoo Manesha Motee Kamna Sungkur Georgina Caldow Jorge Tavares d' Almeida CMS Law Africa

Rethinking Society and the Legal Profession This was the overarching theme of the Mauritius Bar Association's annual conference held yesterday—a gathering of confrères et consoeurs to reflect on issues that matter and demand our continued attention. The discussions spanned pressing areas such as constitutional reforms, the interplay between social media and our Code of Ethics, and the evolving role of the legal profession in the machinery of justice. The panelists were outstanding, and I particularly appreciated the insightful and thought-provoking contributions of Antoine Domingue SC, former DPP Satyajit Boolell SC, the current DPP Rashid Ahmine, Louis Eric RIBOT, and Sunil Banymandhub. The day beautifully concluded with a truly - for want of a better word - epic speech by our new Attorney General, Gavin Glover SC. Your words have inspired us and reignited hope for the future. Now, it is both our duty and collective responsibility to rebuild the noblesse of the profession that has sadly eroded in recent years. On my part, I will continue to relentlessly promote gender diversity within the profession, encourage women to uplift and empower one another and bring forth meaningful conversations with people who inspire. I am hopeful that, together, we can embrace a profession that not only serves justice but also reflects the highest standards of integrity and inclusivity. Mithilesh Lallah Jonathan Hague Nikhil Boolell Abdalaliyy Aumeer Nataraj Muneesamy Medina T. Manesha Motee Khadijah Timol M. Gaëlle Angoh Li Ying Pin Anji Faugoo Boolell Mokshda Pertaub Manisha Lallah Preeti Gokulsing Anne-Sophie Jullienne Shirin Aumeeruddy-Cziffra William de Robillard Martine de Fleuriot de la Colinière Roovisha Seetohul Julie Adamjee Croissandeau

Tune in this week's episode with the inspiring Vanessa Doger de Spéville, Head of Sustainability, Reputation and Engagement at MCB Group who talks to us about "Tout Sur le Developpement Durable". Medina T. Ashwin Mudhoo Kamna Sungkur Manesha Motee Béatrice Phanjoo Natacha Soulange Anusha Seechurn Anne-Claire Antoinette Johanne Hague https://lnkd.in/d_E3Q2Rd