Dispute Resolution - India
What the team is known for
DSK Legal remains a prominent firm across a wide range of litigation and arbitration, with particular experience handling cases in the entertainment, infrastructure and real estate sectors. The firm is experienced in handling litigation at all court levels and across India, including the Delhi High Court and Supreme Court, alongside domestic and international arbitration. It regularly acts for government entities, such as the Gas Authority of India, and many leading Indian and foreign corporates, as well as representing individual clients. Other client examples include Larsen & Toubro, Bharti International and Salman Khan.
Strengths
"DSK's work is great. Any concerns or issues which have been raised, we have got very successful outcomes."
Work highlights
DSK Legal represented Yum! Restaurants in a matter opposite the Directorate of Enforcement concerning the latter's allegation that the company has contravened the terms and conditions of the approval granted by the Secretariat of Industrial Approval for it to operate in India.
Notable practitioners
Anand Desai is managing partner of the firm, and is based in the Mumbai head office. He represents both corporate clients and private individuals in matters relating to civil, commercial and criminal matters in the Delhi High Court and Supreme Court. "Anand Desai is someone we all look up to."