Firms To Watch: Projects and energy

Specialising in handling greenfield projects, government bids, and joint venture transactions, S&R Associates' team frequently acts on behalf of multinational and Indian companies.

Projects and energy in India

AZB & Partners

The practice at AZB & Partners is routinely instructed in high-profile infrastructure projects involving the renewable energy, oil and gas, and mining sectors. The team has extensive experience in the project finance sphere, and advises domestic and international companies on all aspects of regulatory and compliance matters and EPC and O&M contracts. In Mumbai, firm founding partner Bahram Vakil is well versed in advising on foreign direct investment, while Qais Jamal handles M&A and joint ventures within the projects and energy field. New Delhi-based Anuja Tiwari specialises in renewable energy project matters, and Atreya Bhattacharya focuses on private equity and structured finance transactions. Mallika Anand, who made partner in April 2023, is a key name for project development work. Aditya Periwal is also recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

Bahram N Vakil; Qais Jamal; Aditya Periwal; Anuja Tiwari


Autres avocats clés:

Atreya Bhattacharya; Mallika Anand


Les références

‘AZB & Partners has a team of thorough professionals, who are extremely meticulous in their areas of expertise. During the course of our dealing with them, we found them to be very vocal in flagging risk areas and also recommending alternate solutions withing the legal framework. We had an interactive and meaningful collaboration with the firm.’

‘We worked with Aditya Periwal and his team who were very diligent and worked very meticulously. One special attribute of Aditya and his team is that they always come up with possible solutions. Very transparent with their conduct and high on integrity.’

Principaux clients

Holcim Group


BlackRock Real Assets


Shell Eastern Petroleum (Pte) Ltd.


KKR & Co. Inc. and funds/vehicles managed by it


First Solar – FS India Solar Ventures Private Limited


Norwegian Investment Fund for developing countries (Norfund)


LM Wind Power Technologies (India) Private Limited


Ravindra Energy Limited


National Investment and Infrastructure Fund


Amazon Web Services


Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited


United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)


Export Development Canada (EDC)


International Finance Corporation (IFC)


Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank


MUFG Bank, Ltd.


O2 Power Private Limited


Alstom Transport India Limited


GE Power India Limited, GE Renewables India Private Limited


Cube Highways & Infrastructure Pte Ltd


EDF HQ Singapore Pte Ltd


Eren Industries


Shapoorji Pallonji and Company Private Limited and Shapoorji Pallonji Roads Private Limited


TotalEnergies Gaz & Electricité Holding


Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Private Limited


TMH International


Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

With strong expertise across the renewable energy, healthcare, and aviation sectors, the department at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas regularly assists with project agreements, procurement and construction contracts, gas sale and pipeline agreements, as well as regulatory and compliance issues and a range of renewable power matters. The client base includes development banks and governmental entities. Based in Mumbai, managing partner Cyril Shroff handles corporate and securities law matters in the space; L Viswanathan leads the finance and project practice. Santosh Janakiram has extensive experience in handling acquisition financing and infrastructure work. In Noida, Ajay Sawhney focuses on refinancing transactions involving renewable projects, and Ramanuj Kumar acts for banks and financial institutions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Cyril Shroff; L. Viswanathan; Santosh Janakiram


Autres avocats clés:

Ajay Sawhney; Amey Pathak; Ramanuj Kumar; Subhalakshmi Naskar; Subhojit Sadhu; Atman Desai; Gayatri Shanker; Anand Deshpande; Hariharan Kumar; Varun Singh; Apoorv Jain


Les références

‘Response time of the team is quick, with a focus on the quick closure of contracts.’

‘Ajay Sawhney is very efficient, with good subject knowledge.’

Principaux clients

Alfanar Global Development


Webuild S.p.A (erstwhile Astaldi S.p.A) andAPCO Infratech Private Limited


Envision Wind Power Technologies India Private Limited


Senvion Wind Technology Private Limited


Yamuna International Airport Private Limited


PETRONAS Group


United States International Development Finance Corporation


Edelweiss Alternative Asset Advisors Limited


Dentons Link Legal

Dentons Link Legal has vast experience in handling large-scale projects focusing on roads, airports, and oil and gas matters, in tandem with advising on project financing and EPC contracts. The firm represents clients from an array of sectors, including aviation, defence, and information technology, in contentious and transactional work. In New Delhi, Atul Sharma acts on behalf of developers and contractors in infrastructure projects, Anand Srivastava has expertise in project finance matters, and Milind Jha advises on M&A and capital markets issues. Ravi Varma and Milanka Chaudhury are key names to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Atul Sharma; Anand Srivastava; Milind Jha


Autres avocats clés:

Ravi Varma; Milanka Chaudhary; Ketan Mukhija; Aditya K Singh


Principaux clients

SNV Aviation Private Limited (d/b as Akasa Air)


GMR Hyderabad International Airport (GHIAL)


SpiceJet Limited


Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL)


Bangalore International Airport Limited


Big Charter Private Limited (FlyBig)


GMR Goa International Airport Limited (“GGIAL”)


WAISL Limited


Indianoil Skytanking Pvt. Ltd.


JSA Law

At JSA Law, the team is highly experienced in handling instructions from the oil and gas, aviation, and roads sectors, and regularly represents stakeholders and governmental entities in the space. The group is adept at advising on transactional matters, complex cross-border M&A transactions and regulatory issues. Based in New Delhi, Amit Kapur advises on energy-related public procurements and transactions, while in Gurugram, Venkatesh Raman Prasad stands out for handling foreign investment and private equity funding in the energy and manufacturing space. Vishnu Sudarsan regularly assists with engineering and infrastructure issues, and Anupam Varma specialises in energy-related regulatory and policy issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Amit Kapur; Venkatesh R. Prasad; Vishnu Sudarsan


Autres avocats clés:

Anupam Verma; Ashish Suman; Rahul Kinra; Shashank Vikram Singh; Kartikeya G.S; Abhishek Munot; Sugandha Somani


Khaitan & Co LLP

The team at Khaitan & Co. is highly regarded for its expertise in the infrastructure and energy space, and regularly handles complex M&A transactions and development mandates. The group has a solid track record in advising clients on operation and maintenance agreements, renewable energy projects, and cross-border bidding processes for infrastructure tenders. Based in Noida, Dibyanshu is a dual-qualified Indian and US lawyer, with expertise in project development matters; in Mumbai, Akhil Bhatnagar acts on joint ventures and corporate commercial matters and Gahan Singh acts for private equity funds. In Bengaluru, Swathy Ramanath is a key name for financing and concessions work, and Shivanshu Thaplyal focuses on corporate structuring transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dibyanshu; Gahan Singh; Akhil Bhatnagar; Shivanshu Thaplyal; Swathy Ramanath; Anuj Sahay; Prateek Bhandari


Autres avocats clés:

Prashant Singh; Bhagirath Ashiya


Les références

‘I always enjoy working with Dibyanshu and his team because they are so knowledgeable about the market, excellent technically and super responsive. It is so easy working with them.’

‘The team’s strength is its ability to understand the commercial dynamics of a transaction, and their knowledge of the market.’

‘Akhil Bhatnagar is a skilled negotiator and is not afraid to represent his clients’ interests to the fullest extent possible.’

Principaux clients

Numaligarh Refinery Limited


Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC (Masdar)


Torrent Gas Private Limited


Torrent Power Limited


PTT Group


Mahindra Holdings Limited


JSW Energy Limited


Atha Group


Welspun Enterprises Limited


NITI Aayog and Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI)


Oman Investment Corporation (S.A.O.C.)


Deccan Fine Chemicals (India) Private Limited


O2 Renewable Energy II Private Limited


O2 Power SG Pte. Ltd. and O2 Energy SG Pte. Ltd


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company on the Indian legal aspects of the sale of a stake by Mubadala Investment Company to Abu Dhabi National Energy Company and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company.
  • Advising Torrent Gas on the development of city gas distribution projects, involving assisting with project development contracts and procurement issues for entities owning and operating said projects.
  • Advised Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) on the international bidding process and long-term contract for the supply of hydrogen and steam for refinery units in Assam.

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co

At Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co, the department counts government authorities and investors as key clients, and is well known for its strength in advising on transactions in relation to oil and gas, airports, and road projects. The team’s experience spans negotiating concession agreements, EPC contracts, and project finance and infrastructure matters. New Delhi-based practice head Jatin Aneja regularly acts for multinational clients in the energy and urban infrastructure sectors, while Anurag Dwivedi advises on structured finance and debt capital market transactions in the projects space. Deepto Roy represents construction contractors and financial institutions, and Kushal Sinha focuses on joint ventures and M&A transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jatin Aneja


Autres avocats clés:

Anurag Dwivedi; Debashree Dutta; Deepto Roy; Kushal Sinha; Prashant Sirohi; Shashwat Kumar; Siddhartha Sen; V.R. Neelakantan; Samridha Neupane


Principaux clients

Brookfield Asset Management Inc.


Canada Pension Plan Board (CPPIB) and Ontario Teachers Pension Plan (OTPP)


State Bank of India


Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of Flughafen Zürich AG)


Tata Motors Limited


State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Axis Bank of India and India Bank


HDFC Bank Limited


TATA Cleantech Capital Limited


REC Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted the State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Axis Bank of India and India Bank by Torrent Gas Chennai Private in respect of the financing for building, operating and expanding the city gas distribution network and ancillary infrastructure in Chennai and Tiruvallur.
  • Advised Dalavaipuram Renewables Private Limited on setting up and implementing a 272.4 MW wind-solar hybrid power project, involving financing provided by Power Finance Corporation Limited.
  • Advised the client on setting up a joint venture company for establishing a green field refinery and petrochemicals project at Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu.

Trilegal

With a multi-disciplinary team noted for its expertise in M&A, regulatory compliance, project development and project finance, Trilegal‘s energy and infrastructure practice is highly regarded for its representation of Indian and global entities, investors and project developers. Upstream oil and gas, gas transportation and storage, renewable energy and nuclear power are key sector strengths. Operating from Mumbai and New Delhi, department head Neeraj Menon specialises in handling EPC contracts and financing agreements, and Gurugram-based Saurabh Bhasin focuses on project development and finance matters. Nayantara Nag is well versed in handling joint venture and M&A transactions, while Amar Narula routinely assists major renewable energy companies. The firm’s former founding partner Akshay Jaitly returned to the firm in April 2023, and Astha Srivastava focuses on social infrastructure initiatives.

Responsables de la pratique:

Neeraj Menon


Autres avocats clés:

Saurabh Bhasin; Nayantara Nag; Amar Narula; Gautam Chabra; Niharika Puri; Riyaz Bhagat; Swathy Pisharody; Astha Srivastava


Les références

‘One of the team’s most impressive strengths lies in their comprehensive approach to problem-solving. Rather than just offering legal advice in isolation, they possess a remarkable ability to intertwine legal, regulatory, and industry knowledge to offer holistic solutions that address both current challenges and future possibilities. This forward-thinking approach is a testament to their ability to anticipate potential obstacles and provide proactive solutions, a quality that’s truly invaluable in the fast-paced world of power and energy.’

‘While other law firms also offer expertise in power and energy law, Trilegal’s team goes above and beyond by fostering relationships built on trust, transparency, and a genuine understanding of each client’s unique needs. When compared to other firms, it’s clear that they don’t just follow industry standards – they set new benchmarks that others aspire to achieve.’

‘What distinguishes Neeraj Menon is not just his impressive legal acumen, but also his unwavering dedication to his clients. His ability to understand complex legal matters and distill them into practical solutions is truly remarkable. But what truly makes him shine is his commitment to going above and beyond to ensure his clients’ success. His genuine concern for his clients’ best interests, coupled with his exceptional problem-solving skills, creates a winning formula that consistently delivers outstanding results.’

Principaux clients

Actis Advisors Private Limited


Envision Energy


Arcelor Mittal Nippon Steel India Ltd.


NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited


Virescent Infrastructure Investment Manager Private Limited


Amplus IRU Private Limited


Sprng Energy Private Limited


Sembcorp


Johnson Matthey Plc.


Apraava Energy Private Limited


RMZ Corp


Technique Solaire


JSW Renew


Amplus Solar


Sterlite Power


Ola Electric


Port of Singapore Authority


Ayaana Renewable Power


Brookefield


Highways Concession


Torrent Skypower


Edelweiss


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Edelweiss Alternate Asset Advisors and Infrastructure Yield Plus II (a fund managed by Edelweiss Alternatives) on the acquisition of a 100% stake in L&T Infrastructures Development Projects from Larson & Toubro Ltd and CPPIB Investments.
  • Advised Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) on its USD 450 million investment in the renewable energy portfolio of Hero Future Energies (HFE), the renewable energy arm of the Hero Group.
  • Advised Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners on entering into a a long-term partnership with Viviid Renewables Private, via its markets fund, in order to collaborate and develop multiple renewable projects.

DSK Legal

The ’collaborative and solution-oriented’ team at DSK Legal assists governments, concessionaires, and contractors with all aspects of bids, consortium arrangements, and EPC contracts. Key areas of instruction for the group include highway infrastructure projects, renewable energy-related M&A transactions, and complex power purchase agreements. New Delhi-based Dinesh Pardasani and Samir Malik have extensive expertise in advising on cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance. In Mumbai, Anjan Dasgupta specialises in energy project finance, Ajay Shaw focuses on supply contracts, and Avinash Kumar Khard represents stakeholders in finance transactions. Ashish Pahariya is very experienced in handling railway projects, and associate partner Rimali Batra acts on oil and gas matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anjan Dasgupta; Ajay Shaw; Dinesh Pardasani; Samir Malik; Avinash Kumar Khard; Ashish Pahariya


Autres avocats clés:

Rimali Batra; Roochi Loona; Iti Agarwal


Les références

‘The team is very collaborative and solution oriented. They are very attentive to clients’ needs.’

‘Dinesh Pardasani is a great professional who provides in depth and strong solutions for clients. He is always prompt, always available and ensures the best possible solutions for disputes.’

‘Dinesh Pardasani provided a conscientious client service.’

Principaux clients

City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited


Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited


Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport


INDINFRAVIT TRUST & LTIDPL IndvIT Services Limited (“LISL”)


Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation Limited


Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited


MSI Global Private Limited


Mumbai Port Trust


RITES Limited


Gail (India) Limited


ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel Limited


Aurelius Healthcare Investments BV


Ayursundra BV


Canara Bank


Hindustan Infralog Pvt Ltd


DP World


GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited


GMR Airports Limited


J M Baxi Group


Phelan Energy Group Limited


Athaang Infrastructure Private Limited


TATA Projects Limited


Udit Infraworld Private Limited


Renew Power Private Limited


UPL Limited


National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Limited


Ministry of Railways, Government of India and RITES Limited


KPMG Restructuring


Cargo Service Center (India) Private Limited and Delhi Cargo Service Center Private Limited


Azure Power


Sterlite Technologies Limited


Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited


Schwihag AG


Marquardt India Private Limited


Bhilai Engineering Corporation Ltd (BECL)


IDE Water Assets Limited (IDE) (earlier known as IDE Technologies Limited)


Jindal Saw Limited (“JSAW”)


Hitachi Rail STS India Private Limited


GAIL


GHV (India) Pvt. Ltd.


Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board


Cushman & Wakefield Property Management Services India


GAIL (Gas) Limited and GAIL (India) Limited


ATC TIRES PRIVATE LIMITED


Amazon


Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd


J. R. Simplot Company, USA`


Terminal Investment Limited Sàrl


Keolis SA


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised ReNew Power Private Limited on its acquisition of a 527.9MW wind and solar asset portfolio.
  • Advising engineering services company RITES Limited, involving rail regulatory matters; the client is assisting the Ministry of Railways.
  • Advised the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited on the Navi Mumbai International Airport project.

Economic Laws Practice

With expertise spanning the whole spectrum of investment, finance, and construction matters, Economic Laws Practice is often instructed in high-profile infrastructure projects and renewable energy matters. Noted for its substantial strength in the hospitality and shipping sectors, the team routinely advises domestic and international clients throughout the tender bidding process, with Mumbai-based practice heads Sujjain Talwar and Aakanksha Joshi acting on cross-border infrastructure projects and hospitality transactions. Associate partner Megha Agarwal assists clients with project financings and corporate transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sujjain Talwar; Aakanksha Joshi


Autres avocats clés:

Megha Agarwal


Principaux clients

Dubai Ports World (DP World)


Island Star Mall Developers Private Limited (ISML), a subsidiary of Phoenix Mills Limited


Reliance Power Limited (RPL)


Phoenix Mills Limited


Bharat Forge and Godrej Industries


SAMHI Hotels (Ahmedabad) Private Limited (SHAPL) and Argon Hotels Private Limited (Argon) (subsidiaries of SAMHI Hotels Limited)


JM Baxi Ports and Logistics Limited


L&T Transportation Infrastructure Limited


IndusLaw

The practice at IndusLaw has in-depth expertise in handling all elements of project development, M&A transactions, and investments in the infrastructure and energy sector. The team has considerable strength in assisting with the entire lifecycle of energy projects. Based in Delhi, Arun Kumar advises on divestments and joint ventures in the construction and real estate sectors, while in Hyderabad, Deepak Chowdhury is a key practitioner for handling contractual and regulatory matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Deepak Chowdhury; Arun Kumar


Les références

‘Experienced, problem-solving, solution oriented.’

Principaux clients

Axis Green Energy/ Brookfield


Greenko Energy


Ecoren Energy


Amp Energy


IB Vogt GmbH


Vibrant Energy


Renew Power


Sunsure Energy


SolarArise


Adani Green Energy


Torrent Power


Cleantech Solar


First Energy


Mahindra Susten


Oriano Solar


Sameera Warehouster


WEG


Zetwerk


JM Baxi


Ingka Group


Olympia Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Adani Ports & SEZ via its subsidiary, Adani Harbour Services, with its acquisition of a 100% stake in Ocean Sparkle.
  • Advised Mahangar Gas Limited on entering into a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of a 100% stake in Ashoka Gas, via purchasing shares in Ashoka Buildcon Limited and North Haven Indian Infrastructure Fund.
     
  • Advised  ReNew India on its acquisition of a majority stake in 3E NV, a technology and SaaS company providing digital solutions to maximise the performance of renewable energy assets.

Kochhar & Co.

At Kochhar & Co., the team specialises in advising on complex project financing matters, M&A transactions, and commercial EPC contracts. The group also regularly advises large domestic companies and multinational infrastructure entities on investments in India, as well as renewable energy, financing, and e-mobility matters. Pradeep Ratnam and Krishna Vijay Singh co-head the practice, and stand out for bringing vast experience in infrastructure development and structured finance matters to the group. Parul Verma handles concession and joint venture agreements. Principal associate Humera Niyazi is well versed in handling project development matters, and associate Swapnil Sant acts on behalf of sponsors and developers. All named practitioners are based in New Delhi.

Responsables de la pratique:

Pradeep Ratnam; Krishna Vijay Singh


Autres avocats clés:

Purusharth Singh; Parul Verma; Swapnil Sant; Humera Niyazi


Principaux clients

Torrent Saurya Urja 2 Private Limited


KP Energy Limited


Onix Structure Private Limited


TEPSOL Projects Private Limited (a subsidiary of US based Enfinity Global Inc.)


Renew Power Private Limited (Renew Power) and Renew Solar Power Private Limited


Gas Authority of India (GAIL)


Khargone Transmission Limited


Radiance Renewables Private Limited


Tata Cleantech Capital Limited


Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited


Arka Fincap Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisting ReNew Group, one of India’s largest renewable energy companies, with its partnership with PETRONAS’ clean energy subsidiary, Gentari.
  • Advising Torrent Power Limited on an upcoming 300 MW wind energy project, involving the negotiation of EPC contracts.
  • Advising Gas Authority of India (GAIL) on its INR 25,000,000,000 bid for JBF Petrochemicals Limited.

Krishnamurthy and Co

With extensive expertise in project finance, consortium finance, and structured finance transactions, Krishnamurthy and Co's projects team is frequently called upon to advise on renewable energy and infrastructure mandates. With a strong track record in handling EPC contracts and joint venture agreements, Rukmini Roychowdhury leads the group from Mumbai, and often acts for banks and debt funds. Based in Bengaluru, Rashmi Deshpande fields expertise in handling private equity investments in real estate.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rukmini Roychowdhury


Autres avocats clés:

Rashmi Deshpande


Principaux clients

Hygenco Green Energies Private Limited


Renewables Solar Holding GmbH


SWAMIH Fund – I


Tata Cleantech Capital Limited


Reliance Industries Limited


Electricway Solutions Private Limited


Zast Logisolutions Private Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Hygenco Green Energies Private Limited on its USD 25 million fundraising via the SVL-SME Fund.
  • Advised Reliance Industries Limited on its acquisition of a 40% stake in Sterling and Wilson Solar Limited, completed via the client’s subsidiary RNESL.
  • Advised Renewables Solar Holding GmbH on its sale of RWE Solar India Pvt to Star Aeliana 1 Pte.

Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India

With an excellent reputation for acting on behalf of developers, contractors, and foreign investors, Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India handles all aspects of the infrastructure bidding process, project agreements, and EPC contracts. Key sectors of focus include oil and gas, transport, and mining, and the team also stands out for its expertise in handling solar power development projects. In Mumbai, Deepak Kumar Thakur fields expertise in handling M&A deals, and Piyush Mishra advises on bidding processes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Piyush Mishra; Deepak Kumar Thakur; Shonali Choudhry; Nishant Singh; Karan Mitroo; Girish Rawat


Les références

‘The projects, energy and infrastructure team has been immensely client-centric, and provided insightful legal advice.’

‘Deepak Thakur has been exceptional.’

Principaux clients

Kosmo One Business Park Limited, a subsidiary of Nucleus Business Parks


Azure Power Global Limited


Azure Power


METKA EGN LTD


Amplus Solar Power Private Limited


UPC Renewables (i.e. UPC Solar Asia Pacific) and its wholly owned SPV, Masaya Solar Power Private Limited (Masaya Solar).


TPAC Packaging India Private Limited


Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited


RITES


O2 Power


NIIF Infrastructure Finance Limited


HSBC and Roth Capital Partners


Renew Power


Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited


SVL-SME Fund (Neev II Fund)


Fourth Partner Energy Private Limited


Arcelor Mittal Nippon Steel (“AMNS”)


Sterling & Wilson Private Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel with construction contracts worth INR 6944 Crores.
  • Assisted UPC Renewable (through its SPV, Masaya Solar) with developing a 300 MW solar power project in Madhya Pradesh.
  • Assisted ArcelorMittal with its bid to acquire Sprng Energy.

Phoenix Legal

At Phoenix Legal, the team is highly regarded for handling oil and gas sale purchase agreements, as well as corporate transactions for infrastructure companies. The practice has extensive experience in advising entities in the crude oil and LNG sectors, and boasts a growing presence in the renewables arena, often assisting with wind, hydro, and solar mandates. Operating out of New Delhi, Abhishek Saxena is an expert on joint venture and M&A transactions, and Pranav Srivastava focuses on infrastructure and power-related mandates. Pallavi Bedi and Mumbai- based Aditya Bhargava are key individuals to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Abhishek Saxena; Pallavi Bedi; Pranav Srivastava; Aditya Bhargava; Harsh Arora


Autres avocats clés:

Ashita Bali


Les références

‘Very thorough and timely advice.’

‘Pallavi Bedi has a very professional approach in advising clients.’

‘Team has knowledge, understanding, sincerity and dedication. Excellent analytical ability.’

Principaux clients

Penn Energy International Renewables ULC (“Penn”)


Nippon Audiotronix Private Limited (“Nippon”)


Konkan LNG Limited


A large global pharmaceutical company


Toshiba JSW Power Systems Private Limited (“Toshiba”)


Padah LNG FZE (“Padah”)


Sojitz Corporation (“Sojitz”)


ARG Outlier Media Private Limited (“ARG”)


Asian Development Bank (“ADB”)


A consortium of shipowners


Saraf and Partners

The team at Saraf and Partners is well-versed in assisting clients drawn from the infrastructure, energy, and natural resources sectors with EPC contracts, negotiating power purchase agreements, and equity investments. The group assists developers, contractors, and financial institutions with the whole spectrum of regulatory, compliance and development issues concerning high-profile infrastructure projects. Practice co-head Mohit Saraf, based in New Delhi, has extensive experience of advising on infrastructure matters within the energy and aviation sectors. In Mumbai, practice co-head Bikash Jhawar handles complex renewable energy work and M&A transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mohit Saraf; Bikash Jhawar


Autres avocats clés:

Alok Shankar; Rohit Raghavan; Abir Lal Dey; Satadru Goswami


Principaux clients

JSW Group


LIC Housing Finance Limited


State Bank of India


SBI Capital Markets Limited


Adani Group


Shapoorji and Pallonji Group


Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Limited


Indus Towers Limited (Formerly Bharti Infratel Limited)


Mizuho Bank, Ltd., MUFG Bank, Ltd., GIFT Branch


Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Singapore Branch


Home Credit India Finance Private Limited


Union Bank of India


Credit Saison Group


Blackstone Group


Indiabulls Group


Vedanta Group


GMR Group


ICICI Bank Limited


Axis Bank Limited


IndusInd Bank


Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited


Kotak Infrastructure Debt Fund


Aseem Infrastructure Limited


Aditya Birla Finance Limited


Aditya Birla Renewables


Radiance Renewables


AMP Solar


ReNew Group


National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited


Grant Thornton


Deloitte


Bank of India


Bank of Baroda


BOB Capital Markets Limited


IDBI Bank Limited


IDBI Capital Market Services Limited


IndInfravit Trust


Avaada Group


US-EXIM Bank


Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group


Xander Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised the State Bank of India in relation to the financing of the Navi Mumbai International Airport.
  • Assisted LIC Housing Finance Limited as issuer, and Catalyst Trusteeship Limited as trustee, with the issuance of non-convertible debentures, with an aggregate value of USD 4.9 billion, on a private placement basis.
  • Advised Kutch Copper Limited (“KCL”) on a construction finance matter, involving a syndicated club loan of US$743 million from a consortium of banks led by State Bank of India.

Spice Route Legal

The team at Spice Route Legal focuses on handling renewable energy projects, including solar and hydrogen, as well as the financing and development aspects of project bids. The group garners praise for its 'outstanding talent' in assisting with energy and data-related regulatory matters in tandem with general corporate and M&A advisory work. With the department based in Mumbai, Praveen Raju leads the practice, routinely acting on behalf of prominent entities in the solar energy sector, while senior associate Janhavi Joshi has established strength in advising on hydrogen-based energy mandates and e-mobility matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Praveen Raju


Autres avocats clés:

Janhavi Joshi


Les références

‘Highly responsive, global leaders in this area.’

‘Praveen Raju is an outstanding business partner – sources the best talent, highly responsive, commercially minded and understands international nuances. Janhavi Joshi is a rising superstar in this field. Brilliant mind and is always professional.’

‘Janhavi Joshi is exceptional.’

Principaux clients

Aerem Solutions


Aveva Group Plc


Chalo Mobility Private Limited


Greenko Group


India Power Corporation Limited (IPCL)


Mercedes-Benz Group


MLR Auto


Mozev (Mytrah Mobility)


Neogen Chemicals


Ohm Mobility


Ohmium International, Inc.


Sensehawk Inc.


Sistema Bio


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Ohmium International on its US$250 million fundraising from global investors, concerning the green hydrogen sector.
  • Advising Ohmium International Inc. on its participation in multiple tenders, such as its bids in response to NTPC Limited’s tender for the selection of a PEM Electrolyser Technology Provider (400MW capacity) and non-PEM Electrolyser Technology Provider (600MW capacity).
  • Assisted SenseHawk Inc., an analytics platform for solar energy companies, with the sale of a 79% stake worth US$32 million in the company to Reliance Industries.

Archeus Law

Archeus Law's projects team specialises in handling contentious and non-contentious projects and infrastructure matters, and counts major multinational companies and financial institutions as key clients. In Delhi, Ranjit Prakash has expertise in international arbitration proceedings, and Rajdeep Choudhury has established strength in commercial litigation. In Bengaluru, Arun Mani frequently assists with EPC contracts, and Anshuman Pande is sought after by stakeholders, contractors, and lenders.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ranjit Prakash; Arun Mani; Rajdeep Choudhury; Anshuman Pande


Autres avocats clés:

Abhinav Raghuvanshi; Apara Mahishi


Principaux clients

NCC Ltd.


M/s Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Corporation & M/s


SUCG Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd.


Bihar State Road Development Corporation


SEPCO III Electric Power Construction Co. Ltd.


M/s Beijing SPC Environment Protection Tech Pvt. Ltd.


BSC-C&C JV


Shandong TIEJUN Electric Power Engineering Company Ltd (STEPCL)


Korea Electric Power Company – Plant Service & Engineering Co. Ltd. – KEPCO KPS


Shandong TIEJUN Electric Power Engineering Company Ltd (STEPCL)


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisting SEPCOIII Electric Power Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries, namely HTG and Shanding Tiejun, with project and contractual matters relating to power plant projects in India.
  • Advising NCC Ltd., a publicly listed construction company, on multiple metro rail, housing and other urban infrastructure projects.
  • Assisting the M/s Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Corporation and its Indian subsidiary M/s SUCG Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd. with project and contractual matters concerning Indian metro rail projects, including Delhi Metro, Mumbai Metro and Chennai Metro.

BRUS CHAMBERS, Advocates & Solicitors

BRUS CHAMBERS, Advocates & Solicitors is highly regarded for assisting with shipping and port development mandates, as well as advising on complex joint ventures in the renewable energy sector. Based in Mumbai, Shrikant Hathi has in-depth knowledge of project finance in the infrastructure and energy spheres, while Uttam Hathi focuses on restructurings and providing corporate advice within the space. Associate Aanchal Chaurasia acts on work within the oil and gas sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Shrikant Hathi; Uttam Hathi; Pritish Das; Suhail Farooqui


Autres avocats clés:

Aanchal Chaurasia


Principaux clients

ABBA Developer, SKSPL (ABBA JV)


Patanjali Foods Ltd


Maharashtra Krishna Valley Development Corporation


Shree Krishna Stevedores Pvt Ltd


Aarohi Polypack


UltraTech Cement


Tekla Bio-Energy


NTPC


Zykaa Spices & Food Pvt Ltd


Aayana Renewable Power


IFFCO Tokio General Insurance


Ford Motor Company


Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE)


Kolkata Port Trust


Avvashya CC Logistics Pvt Ltd


Hiranandani Energy


Ujaas Energy Ltd


GMR Infrastructure


JA Solar


Techno Electric Engineering


Hindustan Construction Co. Ltd


HCC Concessions Ltd


Dhamra Port Company Ltd


Kandla Port Trust (KPT)


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising on all documentation concerning a joint venture between Abba Developer and Shree Krishna Stevedore Pvt for the establishment of the International Deepwater Seaport Project.
  • Advising the MKVDC on contractual matters in relation to the construction of an irrigation project.
  • Providing ongoing advice to spice manufacturer, exporter and supplier Zykaa Spices and Foods Pvt Ltd on its expansion.

Gagrats

With vast experience in advising foreign and domestic power companies and state electricity boards on IPPs, renewable energy initiatives, and nuclear power projects, Gagrats' team has solid expertise in the projects and energy arena. Operating out of Mumbai, Rustam Gagrat is an expert in EPC contracts; Krunal Gadhia is well versed in infrastructure projects; and Uma Nagarajan specialises in renewable power matters. Arpana Dhariwal and Manoj Mohapatra are names to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rustam Gagrat; Krunal Gadhia; Uma Nagarajan


Autres avocats clés:

Arpana Dhariwal; Manoj Mohapatra


Juris Corp

The projects and energy practice at Juris Corp has established strength in assisting international commercial banks and domestic financial institutions. Mumbai-based firm co-founder Jayesh H fields expertise in handling M&A deals, private equity transactions and complex power purchase agreements. Vedanarayanan Lakshmanan is well versed in regulatory matters. In New Delhi, Ankit Sinha regularly acts on behalf of clients from the aviation and energy sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jayesh H; Vedanarayanan Lakshmanan; Ankit Sinha; Saurabh Sharma; Apurva Kanvinde


Autres avocats clés:

Rupul Jhanjee; Akshay Kelkar


Les références

‘Great to work with. Knowledgeable of the Indian market and cross-border deals.’

‘Saurabh Sharma is a leading Indian lawyer for banking and finance, always a pleasure to work with him and his team. Ankit Sinha is another heavyweight for the team.’

Principaux clients

Axis Bank Limited


Bank of Baroda


State Bank of India


Birla Corporation Limited


Punjab National Bank


Reliance Industries Limited


DBS Bank Ltd. and DBS Bank India Limited


Japan International Cooperation Agency


Provenance Land Private Limited


ICICI Bank Limited


Housing Development Finance Corporation Limited


Union Bank of India


Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Ltd.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised the Standard Chartered Bank in relation to a INR 250,000,000 facility extended to T-Hills Private Limited.
  • Advised Provenance Land Private Limited on obtaining a INR 5,900,000,000 credit facility from the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, relating to two projects.
     
  • Advised Housing Development Banking Finance Limited on a facility for an infrastructure project.

Legacy Law Offices

Legacy Law Offices' practice garners praise for its 'admirable' strength in handling high-profile infrastructure development projects. In Chandigarh, practice co-head Shalini Munjal has over two decades of experience in advising on energy and infrastructure mandates, and in New Delhi, practice co-head Gagan Anand is well versed in handling project development and financing matters. Amarendra Gogoi is a key name for corporate-related matters. Chandigarh-based associate partner Eshjyot Walia is a practitioner to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gagan Anand; Shalini Munjal; Amarendra Gogoi


Autres avocats clés:

Eshjyot Walia; Nandish Munjal


Les références

‘Gagan Anand and Shalini Munjal are experts in handling national and international projects and have been working in the sector for decades. The work conducted by their team is exemplary.’

‘The projects and energy practice is unique and well-established. The polished manner in which the team renders services for different projects reflects their expertise in their sector.’

‘Gagan Anand’s and Shalini Munjal’s expertise is commendable and appreciated. Not only do they work diligently for every project, but their guidance to the team of lawyers is also visible.’

Principaux clients

Department of Industries, Government of Himachal Pradesh


Sadbhav Engineering Ltd


Rohan Rajdeep Tollway Pvt Ltd


M/s Air Himalayas Aircrafts and Adventures Pvt Ltd


Meinhardt Pte Ltd


ANS Constructions Pvt Ltd


Pyramid Builders


Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd


SPS Biochem Pvt Ltd


M/s Rodic Consultants Pvt. Ltd


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Meinhardt Singapore Pte with contractual matters in relation to the construction of the Statue of Oneness at Madhya Pradesh.
  • Advised the Department of Industries (Himachal Pradesh) on the development of India’s first Bulk Drug Park.
  • Assisted ICT Pvt Ltd with the Long Thanh Expressway construction project.

S&A Law Offices

With specialist knowledge in the waste management, infrastructure, and energy sectors, the team at S&A Law Offices routinely offers advice on litigation and arbitration in this space. The group’s expertise also takes in labour laws and tax matters. In New Delhi, counsel Manoj Kumar Singh regularly represents clients in cross-border financial and investment disputes, and Vijay Kumar Singh and Daizy Chawla are sought after for advising on complex M&A transactions. Gurugram-based Gunita Pahwa is a key contact for dispute resolution and commercial work.

Responsables de la pratique:

Manoj K Singh; Gunita Pahwa; Vijay K Singh; Nilava Bandyopadhyay; Rajdutt Shekhar Singh


Autres avocats clés:

Daizy Chawla; Manish Gopal Singh Lakhawat; Anurag Abhishek


Principaux clients

Kalpataru Project International Limited


Adani Vizag Coal Terminal Private Limited


Adani Vizag Coal Terminal Private Limited


India Coke & Power Pvt Ltd


Twenty First Century Mining


Adani Ports Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZL)


Talabira (Odisha) Mining Private Limited (TOMPL)


Adani Enterprises Limited


Jindal ITF Limited.


Vikram Solar Limited (VSL)


Jhar Mining Infra Private Limited


JITF Urban Waste Management (Ferozepur) Ltd.


JITF Urban Waste Management (Bathinda) Ltd.


JITF Urban Waste Management (Jalandhar) Ltd


Parsa Kente Collieries Limited


Adani Ennore Container Terminal Private Limited


Adani Vizhinjam Sea Port Pvt Ltd


RattanIndia Enterprises Limited


Gidhmuri Paturia Colleries Private Limited


Sterlite Technologies Limited


IMR Metallurgical Resources AG


Adani Global PTE


Timarpur Okhla Waste Management Company Limited (TOWMCL)


Jhar Mining Infra Private Limited


Gidhmuri Paturia Colleries Private Limited


Sagus Legal

The team at Sagus Legal frequently advises governmental organisations, EPC contractors, and financial institutions on all aspects of project finance and development, and is well known for its extensive regulatory knowledge. New Delhi-based practice head Anand Srivastava brings over a decade of experience in the infrastructure and energy sector to the department, and has noted strength in contentious work. Shivam Sinha, who made partner in May 2023, specialises in handling mandates from the oil and gas sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anand Shrivastava


Autres avocats clés:

Shivam Sinha


Les références

‘The team has excellent understanding of the infrastructure and energy sectors.’

‘The quality of drafting is exceptional, which demonstrates their deep understanding of the complexities of the infrastructure sector.’

‘The team is made up of skilled and knowledgeable individuals who are always willing to rise to the challenges faced in the industry and strive to find lasting solutions to the cases.’

Principaux clients

TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (“TDCODL”)


TP Northern Odisha Distribution Limited (“TDNODL”)


West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited


Coastal Gujarat Power Limited


The Tata Power Company Limited


Tata Power Delhi Distribution Company Limited


West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited


Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited


West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited


Maithon Power Limited


Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited


TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (“TPSODL”)


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented The Tata Power Company Limited – Distribution before the Supreme Court of India in a matter concerning interpretation of statutory provisions for the qualification of a power plant as a captive generating plant.
  • Acted for TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited before the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity in relation to a matter where Indian Railways is seeking ‘deemed distribution licensee’ status under the Electricity Act, 2003.
  • Representing Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited in an ongoing matter involving a claim that the increase in the Basic Customs Duty, as well as the extension of the safeguard duty after the execution of the Power Purchase Agreement, qualifies as a ‘change in law’ under the client’s contracts.

Samvad Partners

With expertise in acting on behalf of project sponsors, infrastructure funds, and private equity players, the team at Samvad Partners has a solid track record in handling mandates from the oil and gas, ports, and renewable energy sectors. The group has strength in advising on EPC contracts and concession agreements. Mumbai-based practice head Vineetha MG has recognised expertise in infrastructure and energy matters, and frequently handles project finance work. Sitara Pillai focuses on solar energy and real estate issues, and principal associate Dhanusha Chandran acts on structured finance transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Vineetha MG


Autres avocats clés:

Sitara Pillai; Dhanusha Chandran; Akshay Maheshwari; Nitya Gupta; Vishal Prakash; Namit Gehlot; Manan Sheth


Principaux clients

Axis Bank Limited


Avendus Finance Private Limited


Continuum Wind Energy (India) Private Limited


Continuum Power Trading (TN) Private Limited


Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited


HDFC Bank Limited


ICICI Bank Limited


India Infradebt Limited


India Resurgence Fund


JP Morgan


JM Baxi Ports and Logistics Limited


Incred Financial Services Limited (formerly known as KKR India Financial Services Limited)


L&T Infrastructure Finance Company Limited


L&T Finance Limited


Trinethra Wind and Power Private Limited


Samena Capital


Watsun Infrabuild Private Limited


Yes Bank Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted as counsel to Essar Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Limited during the entire process of its restructuring.
  • Advised Incred Financial Services Private on its investment in Hindupur Solar Power Private, concerning non-payment of dues by Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited to Hindupur.

Sarthak Advocates & Solicitors

Sarthak Advocates & Solicitors' practice is highly recommended for advising private equity firms and high-profile companies on energy law, infrastructure finance, and transport matters. Based in New Delhi, Abhishek Nath Tripathi and Mani Gupta jointly head the team; Tripathi specialises in handling complex M&A transactions within the energy sector, and Gupta is well known for advising on regulatory compliance issues. Apoorva Chandra is an expert on private equity and real estate matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Abhishek Nath Tripathi; Mani Gupta


Autres avocats clés:

Apoorva Chandra; Anubhav Tiwari; Avantika Shukla; Aman Choudhary


Principaux clients

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited


Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited


SunSource Energy Private Limited


Africa Energy SA


Alpur Solar Private Limited


Lone Crypres Ventures Private Limited


New Age Markets in Electricity Private Limited


Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)


Kranthi Ediffice Private Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited with the tender and bid process for an EPC contract for a thermal power project of 300 MW.
  • Assisted SunSource Energy Private Limited with a debt financing for a 30MW solar power project.
  • Assisted Africa Energy SA with renegotiating a power purchase agreement with Senelec SA concerning the change from a coal-fired power project to a gas-fired power project.

Talwar Thakore & Associates

At Talwar Thakore & Associates, the practice has vast expertise in handling instructions from the oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure sectors. The team fields deep knowledge of the Indian regulatory landscape and complex project development matters. New Delhi-based practice head Gautam Saha, an expert in M&A and private equity transactions, re-joined the firm from AZB & Partners in August 2022. Feroz Dubash specialises in joint ventures, Pallavi Meena is experienced in handling cross-border project financings, and Dushyant Bagga advises on all aspects of corporate and commercial matters. The team is further boosted by Akshay Malhotra (partner) who joined in July 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gautam Saha


Autres avocats clés:

Feroz Dubash; Pallavi Meena; Dushyant Bagga; Ambarish Mohanty; Akshay Malhotra


Principaux clients

Asian Development Bank


National Infrastructure and Investment Fund (NIIF)


Aseem Infrastructure Limited


Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO) and Société de Promotion et de Participation pour la Coopération Economique (Proparco)


KNI India AS (KNI)


Dalmia Bharat Refractories Limited


U.S. International Development Finance Corporation


ATC Telecom


STEAG Group


RWE


Trafigura


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Asian Development Bank with a term loan facility up to USD 131,000,000 issued to Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal Private, a joint venture company involved in upgrading, operating and maintaining the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Container Terminal.
  • Advised NIIF on a primary equity investment of INR 6.31 billion in GMR Goa International Airport, a special purpose vehicle for the running and operation of the new Goa airport.
  • Assisted DFC with an unfunded guarantee of up to US$ 10 million issued to the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, India, under the regulations of the ECB Master Directions, concerning loans to be issued to Punjab Renewable Energy Systems Private and PRES Oorja Private for the construction of briquetting biomass plant projects.