In a move that signals a growing appetite for strategic reinvention in the legal consulting world, Counselect has officially merged with Lawmetrik, folding in the latter’s niche expertise in legal value optimisation and managed services. The fusion of these two forward-thinking entities isn’t just another industry consolidation—it’s a calculated play to redefine how modern legal departments operate.
Over the years, both Counselect and Lawmetrik have carved out distinct reputations by helping clients stay ahead of the curve in legal tech, AI-readiness, risk navigation, and value extraction. Now, they’re combining forces to create a singular platform for legal transformation.
Deal mechanics were carefully choreographed: Quantascend advised Counselect, while IndusLaw provided legal counsel. On the Lawmetrik side, Acumen led advisory duties, with YNZ Legal and Mahika Parikh on legal documentation.
But the integration isn’t just about names on paper. Lawmetrik’s founder, Basil Almeida, steps into a newly minted role as Co-founder and President of Counselect. The existing leadership—featuring Ritvik Lukose as CEO and Executive Directors Balanand Menon and Rishabh Chopra—will be reinforced by Lawmetrik’s key minds, including Vaishali Gopal, Emerald Amara, and Siddharth Narsipur.
In a joint statement bursting with synergy-speak but grounded in shared conviction, Lukose reflected:
“We both started with a common hypothesis—that legal departments can unlock immense business value by rethinking information flow, operations, and talent. This merger isn’t about size; it’s about focus. Together, we’re positioned to become the go-to partner for legal teams ready to scale intelligently.”
Almeida echoed the sentiment with equal measure:
“Having pushed boundaries in legal value delivery, joining forces with Counselect lets us accelerate that impact. We’re not just merging firms—we’re merging missions.”
Every member of Lawmetrik’s team will be integrated into Counselect, bringing together talent, tools, and tenacity under one roof.
With this alliance, Counselect is now betting big—not just on consolidation, but on a future where legal departments aren’t back-office cost centers, but strategic powerhouses.
