The Principal
Meet Sakhi.
Sakhawat Kabir, Principal. A lawyer who’s also in the business.
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Why it works
“Most lawyers give you technically correct advice. Sakhi gives you advice that works in the business world, because he’s working in it right now.”
While running Aesir, Sakhi serves as General Counsel and Executive Corporate Affairs for Carey Group, one of WA’s Top 100 private businesses. When you bring him a problem, a difficult contract, a people issue or a growth decision, he’s not answering from a law library. He’s answering from the same commercial reality and boardroom pressure you’re dealing with every day.
Why Aesir exists
Sakhi built Aesir because he kept seeing the same thing: smart, hard-working business owners underserved by firms that didn’t understand their world. Too expensive. Too disconnected from what actually matters when you’re trying to grow. Aesir exists to close that gap.
He works with a small number of clients at a time. If you want that kind of access, let’s talk.
Background
Nearly two decades in the room where the decisions get made.
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NowCarey Group
General Counsel & Executive, WA Top 100 Private Business
Leading legal and corporate affairs across the group, while running Aesir.
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Williams Advanced Engineering (UK)
Head of Corporate Development · now Fortescue Zero
Directing international investment and joint ventures for vehicle battery manufacturing.
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Fortescue
Senior legal & corporate roles · ASX: FMG
Eight years across legal and corporate functions at one of Australia’s largest resources companies.
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PetroChina
Legal Counsel
In-house legal for one of the world’s largest energy companies.
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Buru Energy
Legal Counsel · ASX: BRU
In-house legal for onshore oil & gas.
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Gilbert + Tobin
Senior Associate
Mergers & acquisitions and corporate at one of Australia’s top corporate law firms.
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Mallesons
Solicitor
Began his career in energy, resources and major infrastructure, at one of Australia’s biggest corporate law firms.
Qualifications
- LLB
- Bachelor of Laws, University of Western Australia
- BCom
- Bachelor of Commerce, University of Western Australia
- Admitted
- Supreme Court of Western Australia
- Cert IV, Fitness
- Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
What clients & colleagues say
Trusted by founders, executives and fellow lawyers.
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Saudi Aramco
Sakhi brings a brilliant mix of legal expertise and sharp commercial pragmatism. I’ve worked with him on major M&A and joint ventures in the energy, mining, and manufacturing sectors. I know him to be entirely focused on delivering value based, risk adjusted solutions.
Thomas van der MeulenBusiness Development Lead -
Cosmetique · Yooli
Most lawyers know the law. Sakhi knows how to win. I’ve worked with him for 15 years — he has been vital in rapidly scaling us into one of Australia’s largest cosmetic clinic networks and building a health-tech powerhouse. If you want to grow your business or you’re facing big challenges, call Sakhi. He’s the partner you need.
Dr Vivek ErankiFounder, Cosmetique & Yooli -
Fortescue · ASX: FMG
Sakhi combines exceptional legal expertise with a genuine understanding of business. I’ve been consistently impressed by his commercial mindset, professionalism and ability to navigate complex legal matters with clarity and pragmatism. He understands that businesses need solutions, not just legal opinions, and provides advice that is both strategically sound and commercially relevant. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Emily WardDirector, Energy & Technology -
Quadripoint Group
Working with Sakhi will give you a competitive edge in the market. His sharp commercial instincts, attention to detail and ability to distill complex legal matters into clear, actionable strategies give great comfort to his clients when making decisions on both the bottom line and growth objectives. He empowers his clients to make confident, well-informed decisions.
Travis ArchibaldManaging Director -
Mineral Resources · ASX: MIN
I had the pleasure of working with Sakhi at Buru Energy for several years. He is a fantastic lawyer who combines great attention to detail with a solution-focused, pragmatic approach. Beyond his legal skills, Sakhi is a really good person to work with — collaborative, approachable, and someone you genuinely want on your team.
Nick RohrDirector Legal & Commercial -
Kenmore & Varsity Lakes Medical
Aesir has been a vital partner in developing and expanding my medical clinics. Sakhi cuts through the noise with practical, commercial and legal advice built for business owners. His professionalism, speed, and real-world executive perspective have made a massive difference to my operations. For any business owner wanting to grow with confidence, I highly recommend Aesir.
Dr Brendan Ah YuiOwner, medical practices -
Energy & Resources
Sakhi has always been a very practical and commercial lawyer with great client communication skills. He would be a valuable asset to new businesses trying to get established, and to established businesses facing legal challenges or wanting to expand.
Ian GordonSenior in-house lawyer
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