Nikita Lalla & Ric Pillay, Unicorns on a journey, from the garage to the top

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Our first returning Unicorn, Nikita Lalla, and this time, her co-founder Ric, have joined us to discuss the journey from start up in a garage to now 7 years old and a multi award winning law firm.

The big reason I wanted to talk to them about this incredible milestone is that there are many, tens of thousands, of attorneys on a similar path and its fantastic for those listeners to see how others have done it.

LnP Attorneys Beyond Legal is a prominent South African law firm specialising in the energy, natural resources, and infrastructure sectors.

Founded by Nikita Lalla and Ricardo Pillay, the firm has quickly established itself as a leader in providing innovative legal solutions tailored to the complexities of these industries, particularly within the African context.

LnP Beyond Legal focuses on delivering practical and insightful legal advice to companies, investors, and developers navigating the challenges and opportunities in Africa's energy sector.

The firm prides itself on its commitment to excellence and innovation, consistently evolving to meet the needs of its clients while maintaining a strong focus on budgetary constraints.

With a significant track record, LnP has handled over 250 projects valued at approximately R182 billion, showcasing its expertise and reliability in the field.

Nikita Lalla serves as the Chief Executive of LnP Beyond Legal. She is recognised as a leading construction lawyer, with extensive experience in managing large-scale projects across the energy and infrastructure sectors. Lalla has been awarded multiple accolades for her work and is noted for her ability to provide comprehensive legal support from project inception to completion. Her leadership has helped position LnP as a recipient of prestigious awards, including recognition as the **Specialist Law Firm of the Year** at the African Legal Awards 2023.

Ricardo Pillay, also a co-founder, plays a crucial role as a principal legal advisor. His expertise lies in anticipating potential conflicts in legal matters related to energy and natural resources, making him an invaluable asset to the firm. Under their leadership, LnP Beyond Legal has not only focused on legal excellence but has also championed diversity within the legal profession, being 100% black-owned and significantly female-owned.

Together, Lalla and Pillay have fostered a dynamic environment that emphasises both professional excellence and social responsibility, making LnP Beyond Legal a notable player in Africa's legal landscape.