Restructuring/Insolvency
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : India
Band 1
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AZB & Partners houses a top-tier legal practice in India, especially noted for its strong regulatory knowledge relating to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). The firm possesses extensive experience in landmark IBC cases, frequently acting for resolution professionals on major restructurings, as well as the bidders on stressed asset deals. Its team also offers experience acting for creditors on restructurings and advising foreign distressed asset funds on debt acquisitions. Its clients include major Indian conglomerates, international accounting firms and major domestic banks.
Work Highlights
- AZB & Partners advised ASG Hospitals as a bidder in the insolvency resolution process of Vasan Healthcare in Chennai.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Depth and breadth in the AZB team across all levels is truly impressive and their ability to bring expertise across domains is remarkable."
"They are extremely well-versed with the law and have cutting edge experience on latest developments as well as being very practical in their approach."
"Depth and breadth in the AZB team across all levels is truly impressive and their ability to bring expertise across domains is remarkable."
"They are extremely well-versed with the law and have cutting edge experience on latest developments as well as being very practical in their approach."
Notable Practitioners
Bahram Vakil is based in Mumbai and is an immensely experienced lawyer. Clients benefit from his involvement in drafting the IBC code and his participation in regulatory committees.
"If there is one person whose help I would seek on any regulatory matter in India, it's Bahram."
Nilang Desai is a senior partner in Mumbai who is a leader in the restructuring and insolvency space. He frequently acts as adviser to resolution professionals, creditors and bidders on landmark IBC mandates.
"Nilang has strong depth in the insolvency regime and has displayed superb commercial awareness on the most pertinent matters to investors."
"Nilang is a well-rounded lawyer with exceptional commercial and legal insight. His capacity to consider broader perspectives renders him highly proficient."
Suharsh Sinha is a Mumbai-based lawyer who is well-regarded for his advisory work in insolvency and restructuring matters. He often acts for resolution professionals, financial institutions and distressed asset investors.
"Suharsh is a highly articulate attorney, characterised by his soft-spoken demeanour and remarkable composure. He excels in fostering inclusivity while achieving clients' objectives."
"Suharsh has the depth and vision required for complex transactions."
Saloni Thakkar is recognised for her restructuring practice. She is valued by clients for her capacity to grasp complex situations and her determination in finding solutions.
"Saloni is highly committed and dependable. She has very good understanding of the sector and always delivers her best."
"Saloni Thakkar is such a bright and upcoming talent."