Corporate/M&A (International Firms)
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : India
Band 1
Contact number
+65 6636 8000Chambers Review
Freshfields operates a leading full-service M&A practice that represents key corporate and financial entities in investments related to India. The team excels in handling highly structured, large-scale international deals, working primarily out of its Singapore and London offices. Its expertise also encompasses large multi-jurisdictional restructurings and sales, as well as joint ventures. Freshfields' lawyers have recently been active on mandates relating to the construction, tech and energy sectors. Key clients include CPPIB, Holcim Group Services and Wego.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields advised Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board on its investment into Princeton Digital Group, with the total investment coming to USD500 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"With Freshfields there's fabulous quality, I can see it in the kind of work that comes through. They have great presence, and are respected for what they bring to the table."
"One of the factors that impressed was their quick turnaround time, which can be a challenge on cross-border transactions. It is also very helpful that they have partners that have experience working in multiple geographic locations in Asia and Europe."
"With Freshfields there's fabulous quality, I can see it in the kind of work that comes through. They have great presence, and are respected for what they bring to the table."
"One of the factors that impressed was their quick turnaround time, which can be a challenge on cross-border transactions. It is also very helpful that they have partners that have experience working in multiple geographic locations in Asia and Europe."
Notable Practitioners
Arun Balasubramanian is regularly called upon by corporate clients for his M&A expertise. Based in Freshfields' Singapore office, he is adept at handling complex acquisition mandates and joint ventures.
"Arun grasps issues quickly and is very responsive."
Piusha Bose is co-head of Freshfields' global India practice, active on a range of cross-border M&A and joint venture transactions. Now based in London after having worked in India for eight years, she is known for strong insights into the regulatory landscape there.
"Piusha has worked extensively on India-related M&A work and is highly regarded in the market. She is deeply aware of the Indian regulatory and commercial environment and plays a prominent role in driving India-bound deals."
"A very sophisticated lawyer, with a very good M&A negotiation approach, who handles perfectly the very stressful environment."
Ranked Lawyers at
Freshfields
India