Banking & Finance (International Firms)
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : India
Band 1
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A&O Shearman offers a leading practice with considerable expertise in complex, highly structured transactions. It has a deep bench operating on a variety of India-related matters including acquisition finance, payment financing, margin lending, ECBs and secured term loans. Regularly instructed by international and Indian banks, the law firm is well-positioned to assist clients with debt restructuring and refinancing work and is active on financing relating to private equity funds. Its expertise encompasses multi-jurisdictional matters, including the UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, the Netherlands and offshore jurisdictions.
Work Highlights
- Allen & Overy advised the mandated lead arrangers and original lenders in relation to the USD3.5 billion refinancing of the USD4.5 billion senior and mezzanine acquisition facilities for the leveraged buyout of Ambuja Cements and ACC for a purchase price of up to approximately USD10.5 billion.
Notable Practitioners
Gautam Narasimhanhas a notable India-focused banking and finance practice and is highly regarded for his experience acting on behalf of lenders on acquisition finance mandates.
"Gautam is definitely very active in India finance."