Capital Markets

Housing an eminent team with a leading ECM practice, Latham & Watkins is particularly active on high-end US deals. It represents domestic and international issuers and underwriters in numerous IPOs, as well as block trade transactions. The firm offers wide geographical coverage provided by a team of India experts drawn from Singapore, New York, Hong Kong and London. The team also wins praise for its expertise in cross-border DCM, ranging from senior secured debt issuances to high-yield bonds, and is well positioned to assist clients in the infrastructure, TMT and energy sectors. Key clients include Morgan Stanley, Citigroup and API Holdings.

"Latham & Watkins deliver the firm's full expertise across jurisdictions as required and work with a problem-solving attitude. They have a deep understanding of Indian listing regulations and the Takeover Code, which makes it very seamless to work on India deals. Quality of work is also top-notch."

"They are solution-oriented, proactive and collaborative."

Latham & Watkins advised Delhivery on its USD676 million initial public offering on the National Stock Exchange of India and the BSE.

Rajiv Gupta is based in Latham & Watkins' Singapore office and remains a leading figure in India for his debt and equity capital market expertise. "He is very practical and has lots of experience in India and in ECM matters. He's able to answer quickly and is very good at getting back to you and addressing any uncertainties." "He has a great connection with clients in India, and clients love to work with Rajiv given the pragmatic approach he takes."