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Firms guide Vedanta Resources on USD500m bond issue

Six firms advised Vedanta Resources on its USD500 million guaranteed senior bond issue due 2032

Firms steer India e-commerce company Meesho’s proposed IPO

SAM, CAM, Khaitan & Co and Latham & Watkins advised on Meesho’s proposed USD483 million IPO in India

Amitabh Sharma returns to JSA as partner

Amitabh Sharma returns to JSA as a partner in Gurugram, bringing over 25 years of M&A and corporate law expertise

Foreign arbitration must be independent but fair

By Anushka Sharda and Saloni Gupta, Khaitan & Co.

Indian courts balance party autonomy and judicial oversight in anti-arbitration injunctions

Khaitan, KNM act on Saya Hi-tech’s USD19.9m NCD issuance

Saya Hi-Tech issues INR1.75bn NCDs with counsel from Khaitan & Co and KNM & Partners

Consider enforceability in drafting cross-border arbitration contracts

By Sneha Janakiraman and Hardik Malik, Khaitan & Co

Cross-border disputes show how the choice of law, seat, and institutional rules in arbitration can determine enforceability

Drafting precise arbitration clauses: Lessons from SDMC v SMS Ltd

By Ravitej Chilumuri and Prince Todi, Khaitan & Co.

India’s Supreme Court ruling in SDMC v SMS Limited underscores that arbitration clauses must be drafted with precision to ensure enforceability

Data centres: The new boom

Investors and their legal advisers are switched on to the most sought after real estate game in Asia

JSW Sarbloh Motors seals JV with ATV maker TOMCAR USA

JSW Sarbloh Motors and TOMCAR USA formed a joint venture to manufacture ATVs in India

Veritas, Khaitan and Ascendus guide Dyavol Spirits stake sale

Veritas, Khaitan & Ascendus advised on Radico Khaitan’s stake buy in Dyavol Spirits

2025 outlook on India’s M&A framework

By Rabindra Jhunjhunwala, Avik Biswas and Saranya Mishra, Khaitan & Co

Mapping a path through M&A law

M&A key updates from Taiwan, India, Japan, South Korea, China and Thailand

Firms assist on USD237m Milky Mist Dairy Food IPO bid

Hogan Lovells, TT&A and Khaitan & Co are advising on Milky Mist’s INR20.35 billion IPO

CAM, Khaitan act on Adani sale to Singapore’s Lence

CAM and Khaitan & Co advised on Adani’s USD832 million exit from its FMCG JV with Wilmar International

Non-signatories cannot escape reach of arbitration

By Kingshuk Banerjee and Saher Naqvi, Khaitan & Co

India’s Supreme Court affirms that arbitral tribunals may join non-signatories, expanding procedural flexibility in arbitration

High courts back Skechers in battle against counterfeiters

Skechers, aided by Khaitan & Co, secured court approval to raid multiple sites and seize over 4,000 fake goods infringing its trademarks

Firms act on USD141m Jindal family-JSW Infrastructure deal

Sajjan Jindal Family Trust sold INR12 billion worth of JSW Infrastructure shares, with Jefferies India, Khaitan & Co, Ashurst, and TT&A advising on the deal

Firms advise on USD530m offshore financing for Vedanta unit

Khaitan & Co and global law firms advised on Vedanta’s USD530M offshore financing for debt refinancing and corporate needs

IBLJ Law Firm Awards, 2025

India’s definitive legal awards celebrate and commend innovation, expertise, and excellence in the profession

Khaitan channels Astral’s acquisition of Al-Aziz Plastics

Khaitan & Co advised Astral on its full acquisition of Al-Aziz Plastics

Khaitan & Co counsels Lam Research on USD132m land deal

Khaitan & Co advised Lam Research on a major INR11.25 billion land deal in Bangalore

ACC Singapore hosts governance risks session

ACC Singapore held a lunch talk on corporate governance risks, led by Khaitan & Co with FTI Consulting  

AZB, SAM and Khaitan act on Vadraj Cements insolvency process

SAM, AZB & Partners, and Khaitan & Co advised on the insolvency of Vadraj Cements

Prajna Mohapatra makes comeback at Cyril Amarchand

Mohapatra, previously a counsel at Trilegal, is a qualified lawyer with more than 10 years of experience, focusing on M&A, and private equity

Alpesh Parekh joins Khaitan & Co in Pune as partner

Alpesh Parekh joined Khaitan & Co as a partner in the real estate practice at the Pune office

Deals of the Year 2024

The most complex and interesting deals and disputes that have taken place in the past year

Saurav Bhaumik shores up corporate talent at Fox & Mandal

Fox & Mandal hired Saurav Bhaumik as an associate partner in its corporate & commercial practice

Saraf, Khaitan act on Fortis-Shrimann deal

Saraf and Partners and Khaitan & Co advised on Fortis Hospotel’s acquisition of Shrimann Superspecialty Hospital in Jalandhar

In-house Counsel Awards 2024-25

A celebration of the exceptional legal achievements of general counsel and their legal teams

Quartet acts on HUL’s USD350m buy of Minimalist skincare

CAM, IndusLaw, Trilegal, and Khaitan & Co advised on Hindustan Unilever’s $350M acquisition of a 90.5% stake in Minimalist

Megha Arora quits JSA to bolster IndusLaw energy practice

Megha Arora joins IndusLaw in Bengaluru as a partner in projects, energy, and infrastructure with her team

Trio advises on Adani’s USD2bn exit from Adani Wilmar

Khaitan & Co and CAM advised in Wilmar Intl's USD2 billion acquisition of 31.06% Adani Wilmar equity from Adani Commodities via sale to Singapore's Lence

Four firms counsel on JSW Energy’s USD1.47bn O2 buyout

Khaitan & Co, Trilegal, Herbert Smith Freehills and A&O Shearman assisted on JSW Energy acquiring O2 Power and its subsidiaries for USD1.47 billion

Future Legal Leaders 2025

In an era where robust leadership is vital for success in the legal sector, India Business Law Journal recognises the rising stars of India’s legal community

ACC Singapore hosts sparkling year-end party

ACC Singapore hosted a "Sparkle and Cheer" year-end party on 5 December at PS Cafe

The young ones

How law firms are coming to terms with young lawyers who are motivated by more than ambition and job security

Nawneet Vibhaw goes solo with Panchtattva Advocates

Nawneet Vibhaw aims to elevate environmental law in India through his independent practice, Panchtattva Advocates

The A-List 2024-25

Based on insights from in-house counsel and top business leaders, India Business Law Journal celebrates India’s most popular lawyers making the A-List

Trilegal, Khaitan & Co assist on USD1.7bn RMZ-Colt JV deal

Trilegal and Khaitan & Co advised on RMZ Group and Colt Data Centre Services’ USD1.7 billion joint venture in India

Six firms deliver Swiggy’s USD1.3bn IPO to home market

Swiggy's USD1.35 billion IPO on November 13, 2024, became India's second-largest debut in 2024

Khaitan, JSA, Hogan Lovells act on USD515m Waaree Energies IPO

Khaitan & Co, JSA, and Hogan Lovells advised on the USD515 million IPO of Waaree Energies, India’s largest solar module maker

CAM, Khaitan and Linklaters advise on USD786m Bajaj IPO

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM), Khaitan & Co and Linklaters have assisted on Bajaj Housing Finance’s INR65.6 billion

Seven firms deliver baby products retailer FirstCry’s IPO

FirstCry's IPO, oversubscribed at 12.2times, debuted on the National Stock Exchange with a 40% premium

Trio counsels beauty brand Kaya in Mideast divestment

Stephenson Harwood, Khaitan & Co and Hourani and Partners have advised on the divestment of Indian multinational beauty teatment provider 

Indian Law Firm Awards 2024

We recognise the ingenuity and achievements of the country’s top law firms

ACC Singapore’s first family day a hit

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Singapore held its first family day on 28 April at AT Feast in Dempsey

ACC Singapore explores India’s legal landscape

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Singapore and Khaitan & Co hosted a lunch seminar themed Essential Legal and Regulatory Insights

Singapore A-List: Top 100 lawyers

Asia Business Law Journal reveals the leading talent in Singapore’s legal profession

On the move

Elections, political tensions, accelerated regulation and shifting sands of opportunity are some of the factors influencing law firm movements in the region

Khaitan acts for Leonardo-Vulkaan helicopter deal

Khaitan & Co has counselled Italian company Leonardo Helicopters on an aircraft distribution agreement with Universal Vulkaan Aviation in the Indian market

On the move

Elections, political tensions, accelerated regulation and shifting sands of opportunity are some of the factors influencing law firm movements in the region

Any hangups?

India’s telecoms act updates an outdated regime but brings with it privacy and implementation concerns

Under attack

Safeguarding the company against cyber threats is even tougher with new disclosure regulations in the mix

Pause

Government halts Google Play’s delisting of Indian apps amid dispute over service fees

2024: Spheres of influence

A slowing China, the rise in AI and global geopolitics all make for an interesting 2024 for Asia’s legal markets

2024: Spheres of influence

With China slowing, India and the Middle East factor heavily in legal experts’ predictions of key trends that will shape 2024

Deals of the Year 2023

India Business Law Journal reveals 50 standout deals and disputes of 2023, and the law firms that successfully concluded them

Seven law firms act on USD8.5bn Reliance-Viacom18-Disney JV

Seven law firms seal Reliance-Viacom18-Disney USD8.5B joint venture deal

Khaitan, Trilegal advise on IJF’s USD48.3m stake in M&M unit

Khaitan & Co and Trilegal assist on a binding agreement between India-Japan Fund (IJF) and Mahindra & Mahindra for a INR4 billion investment into M&M’s mobility subsidiary

Flow interrupted!

Why an RBI directive on alternative investment funds spells trouble for banks and NBFCs

In-house Counsel Awards 2023-24

In-house counsel and corporate legal teams honoured by their peers for outstanding legal work. Katherine Abraham reports

Gathering dust

The practical challenges of tackling decades-old cases that have come up for hearing

Weighing the future

India's future legal leaders show what it takes to stand out to clients and industry peers

Khaitan acts on Siemens AG’s acquisition of 18% stake in JV

Khaitan & Co has assisted Siemens AG in its purchase from Siemens Energy an 18% stake in Indian joint venture Siemens Limited for USD2.28 billion

Khaitan & Co extends footprint into Pune and Ahmedabad

India’s largest firm Khaitan & Co has expanded its footprint in the western region with the opening of two offices in Pune and Ahmedabad

Khaitan assists on twin deals with Neo, True North funds

Khaitan & Co advises funds managed by Neo Asset Management and True North Managers on two significant transactions involving Steel Exchange India

Loading legaltech

How should law firms effectively harness legal technology? Is anything off the table?

Aditya Ganju leaves Khaitan to set up independent practice

Aditya Ganju, formerly a disputes partner at Khaitan & Co, has concluded his tenure with the firm to establish his independent counsel practice

IBLJ launches AI legal directory

By AI Bot

India Business Law Journal is thrilled to introduce a revolutionary tool ‒ the world’s first AI-powered legal directory

Delisting Roadblock?

SEBI’s fixed-price mechanism to face challenges as the 90% delisting threshold remains for companies

IndusLaw advises Sheela Foam on raising USD167m via QIP

IndusLaw has advised Sheela Foam on the company’s qualified institutional placement (QIP) of equity shares, raising USD167 million

Arindam Sarkar boosts Fox & Mandal’s corporate practice

Sarkar brings to the firm nearly two decades of expertise in general corporate and commercial law, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, venture capital, and private equity

CAM, Khaitan, Foley guide parties in USD75m True North deal

True North sought transaction advice from Khaitan & Co, while Foley & Lardner acted as international legal counsel

Khaitan acts for Svatantra Microfin in NBFC-MFI acquisition

Khaitan & Co has advised Svatantra Microfin on its proposed acquisition of Navi Finserv and Navi Technologies’ shareholding in Chaitanya India Fin Credit

Former DSK CEO Padmini Rathore joins Khaitan

Padmini Rathore, formerly the chief executive of DSK Legal since 2018, has joined Khaitan & Co as chief practice officer

CAM, Khaitan and Sidley advise on Aditya Birla’s first QIP

Sidley Austin, Khaitan & Co, and Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) advised on financial services company Aditya Birla Capital’s first qualified institutional placement (QIP)

Akshay Malhotra bolsters TT&A energy team and partnership

Akshay Malhotra has joined TT&A as partner in the firm’s projects, infrastructure and energy team, increasing the partnership to 26

Khaitan, SAM and Trilegal assist in USD1.4bn Brookfield deal

Three law firms assisted parties involved in Brookfield Asset Management’s sale of two large commercial assets in Mumbai and Gurugram valued at USD1.4 billion

Mixed signals

Domestic opposition to opening of legal market gives foreign law firms pause for thought

Indian Law Firm Awards 2023

We recognise the ingenuity and achievements of the country’s top law firms

30-strong Khaitan team assists on Sintex Industries insolvency

Khaitan & Co acted as legal counsel for Reliance Industries and Assets Care & Reconstruction Enterprise in their resolution plan to acquire textiles maker Sintex Industries under corporate insolvency

Legal firms step up the game with scores of promotions

Multiple firms have announced the advancement of talent among their various practice groups during April when annual promotions are made for the new fiscal year

Khaitan assists Rockwell’s acquisition of Knowledge Lens

Khaitan & Co advised Rockwell Automation International Holdings, along with its nominee Rockwell Automation

In-house Counsel Awards 2022

India Business Law Journal reveals the achievements of the country’s leading in-house counsel and corporate legal teams who have been selected as this year’s winners

Future Legal Leaders 2023

What are the winning traits of lawyers that make them stand out to their clients and peers?

Khaitan, L&S advise on Warner Music’s acquisition of Divo TV

Khaitan & Co advised Warner Music India in buying a majority stake in digital giant Divo TV, which tapped Lakshmikumaran and Sridharan (L&S) as counsel, in a deal touted as one of the largest media acquisitions to date

Khaitan advises Eris on USD42m buy of Glenmark trademarks

Khaitan & Co assisted Eris Oaknet Healthcare in a USD42 million deal to acquire nine dermatology trademarks from Glenmark Pharmaceuticals

Khaitan advises on upGrad’s USD16m Global Study purchase

Khaitan & Co advised upGrad Education on the acquisition of Global Study Partners Holdings (GSP) for USD16 million and promised a further USD10 million for future growth

Taking the plunge

As global uncertainty disrupts the legal workforce, Asian law firms see attrition as young lawyers switch to in-house and other lanes

The A-List 2022-23

Leaders from across various sectors, have provided us with personal accounts of why they prefer to work with certain lawyers and why they consider them outstanding

Khaitan, Dua assist with dairy JV

Khaitan & Co advised Britannia Industries on its joint venture agreement with French cheese maker Bel. Bel was advised by Dua Associates and will acquire a 49% stake in Britannia Dairy Private Limited (BDPL).

Jumping ship

Disruption fuelled by global uncertainty has pervaded the dynamics of the legal workforce, with lawyers across Asia not hesitating to seek out new positions

Time for a rethink?

Disruption brought by global uncertainty has pervaded the dynamics of the legal workforce, with lawyers across Asia rethinking a career outside the same old fish bowl

Former Uber legal head Mohit Abraham joins Sequoia India

Mohit Abraham, the former director of regulatory affairs for North America, joined Sequoia India as chief legal officer in early November, succeeding Siddharth V Rao

Khaitan & Co gains corporate commercial partner in Mumbai

Anshuman Mozumdar has joined Khaitan & Co as a partner in its corporate commercial practice group in Mumbai

Cyril Amarchand’s Gauri Rasgotra to open boutique Delhi law firm

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) partner and Delhi deputy head Gauri Rasgotra will launch her independent boutique law firm early next year and is currently serving her notice period till January

Khaitan advises GDL in Kashipur terminal buy

Khaitan & Co advised Gateway Distriparks (GDL) on the 100% acquisition of Kashipur Infrastructure and Freight Terminal from its existing shareholders Apollo Logisolutions, India Glycols and Kashipur Holdings for a total of INR1.56 billion

Here comes the sun

Managing partners at law firms are more optimistic about the future than they have been in years as the negative effects of the pandemic on the economy decline

Black & white

At first glance, the Competition Amendment Bill, 2022, seems to be revolutionary and innovative. However, its success will depend on the implementation of the regulations issued by the antitrust watchdog

Electric dreams

There are obvious advantages to the adoption of electric vehicles, but a closer look reveals some key challenges holding the country back from making the switch

Khaitan & Co ropes in Trilegal’s Prateek Desai as partner in Noida

Former Trilegal counsel Prateek Desai joins Khaitan & Co as a partner in the corporate and commercial (debt) practice group at the firm’s Noida office

Fox Mandal hires Trilegal’s Rohan Singh for Mumbai office

Rohan Singh has joined Fox Mandal & Associates as a partner under the firm’s corporate and M&A practice in Mumbai

NIIF expands highways portfolio in three acquisitions

The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) has expanded its highways and ports portfolio with the acquisition of two major projects in Jammu and Kashmir

Khaitan key to CCI approval of USD1.6bn Axis-Citi deal

Khaitan & Co helped Axis Bank in gaining the green light in record time for its INR123 billion (USD1.6 billion) acquisition of Citibank’s Indian consumer business

IndusLaw, JSA, Khaitan, SAM advise in ShareChat’s USD255m fundraise

A quartet of law firms assisted in social media app ShareChat’s multi-tranched series H fund, raising USD255 million, which pushed it beyond the USD5 billion valuation benchmark

Sahil Shah joins Khaitan’s investment funds practice in Mumbai

Khaitan & Co has roped in JSA partner Sahil Shah as counsel in the investment funds practice group and will be based in Mumbai

Dhir & Dhir advises new lenders in Suzlon’s USD513.5m loan

The Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) and the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) became the new lenders in the refinancing of wind turbine

Departing IT staff getting tied up with non-compete clauses

With many IT employees offered huge salary hikes and perks from competing firms amid soaring global demand for IT services

Khaitan pours ‘elegant solution’ as Inbrew buys USL brands

Inbrew Beverages bought 32 liquor brands from United Spirits (USL), the Indian arm of Diageo, for INR8.2 billion (USD108 million) 

Masaba Lifestyle advised by Veritas Legal in USD11m deal

Veritas Legal advised House of Masaba Lifestyle in the INR900 million (USD11.61 million) acquisition by Aditya Birla Fashion House

Khaitan & Co advise in TVS Motor, Rapido deal

TVS Motor Company has entered a partnership with Bengaluru-based Rapido as opportunities in the food deliveries and on-demand courier services market rev up along with the trend towards electric vehicles

Eyes wide shut

Does the de minimis exemption help or hinder the CCI?

Indian Law Firm Awards 2022

In a celebration of hard work, ingenuity and excellence, India Business Law Journal reveals the winners of the 2022 Indian Law Firm Awards

Khaitan, SAM oversee Inox PVR deal

The Indian cinema industry is set for a mega transformation as two big multiplex owners with 1,500 screens decide to merge their businesses

Khaitan appoints Singapore disputes partner

Kartikey Mahajan has been named as a partner at Khaitan & Co’s Singapore office dispute resolution practice

CCI’s hands tied in debt trustee dispute

India’s antitrust probe into the alleged collusion over fees charged by debt trustees of the State Bank of India, Axis Bank and IDBI Bank took a back seat following an intervention by the Bombay High Court after the banks challenged the jurisdiction of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in April this year

Firms announce promotions to foster next gen of leaders

With the advent of the new fiscal year, several law firms announced their annual promotions as hard work is rewarded and the next generation of leaders is fostered

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