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Foreign direct investment-backed Indian MSMEs faces tougher protections, registration hurdles, MSEFC limits and cross-border online dispute resolution solutions

Firms advise on Mindspace Business Parks REIT¡¯s 51% INR30 billion (USD316 million) acquisition of International Tech Park Chennai ftom CapitaLand

Firms counsel on?Everstone Capital¡¯s USD270 million investment?in?drugmaker?Apothecon?Group?

Firms are handling various aspects of a USD2 billion cross-border global packaging sector merger between Indovida India and Essel Propack (EPL)

The leading transactions and disputes, and the lawyers and law firms that guided them    

Firms are advising on Manipal Health¡¯s proposed IPO in India, with the healthcare company hoping to raise USD1.2 billion

The Magnum Ice Cream Company completes the purchase of a KWIL majority stake as part of HUL¡¯s ice-cream business demerger

Firms assist on Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions¡¯ initial public offering valued at around USD500 million

Clear seat and venue drafting prevents pathological arbitration clauses, avoids municipal court delays and protects party intent

Indonesian law firm Hendra Soenardi and º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø AZB & Partners are among several firms, having acted on Stonepeak¡¯s acquisition

A look back at the blockbuster transactions of 2025 as we gallop into the Year of the Horse

Saraf and Partners advised Larsen & Toubro Power Development on the sale of its stake in the 1,400MW Nabha thermal energy plant in Punjab

Coming from different jurisdictions, the panellists gave an overview of the ESG landscape and environmental regulation in their respective countries and regions

Exclusive jurisdiction clauses in India: Validity, CPC limits, key precedents and cross-border enforcement considerations

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM) and Khaitan & Co have advised on the sale of PVR INOX¡¯s entire shareholding in Zea Maize to Marico

Honouring the A-List lawyers, Vanguards and Legal Icons who are irreplaceable to their clients

In a year marked by both opportunity and risk, India Business Law Journal applauds the efforts of the proven and accomplished legal stars tipped to move into key strategic leadership roles in the profession

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

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

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

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

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

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

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø Supreme Court ruling in SDMC v SMS Limited underscores that arbitration clauses must be drafted with precision to ensure enforceability

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

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

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

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

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

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

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø Supreme Court affirms that arbitral tribunals may join non-signatories, expanding procedural flexibility in arbitration

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

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

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

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø definitive legal awards celebrate and commend innovation, expertise, and excellence in the profession

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In an era where robust leadership is vital for success in the legal sector, India Business Law Journal recognises the rising stars of º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø legal community

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

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

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

Based on insights from in-house counsel and top business leaders, India Business Law Journal celebrates º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø most popular lawyers making the A-List

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

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

Khaitan & Co, JSA, and Hogan Lovells advised on the USD515 million IPO of Waaree Energies, º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø largest solar module maker

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø telecoms act updates an outdated regime but brings with it privacy and implementation concerns

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø largest firm Khaitan & Co has expanded its footprint in the western region with the opening of two offices in Pune and Ahmedabad

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 & 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).

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

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

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

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

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 & 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 & 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