Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : India
Band 1
Contact number
+1 212 903 9000Chambers Review
Linklaters is a highly respected law firm, recognised for its skill in complex, innovative transactions. Its key areas of expertise include acquisition, term loan and secured finance facilities, as well as refinancing work. The team acts from Singapore and London on large-scale syndicated financings to Indian corporate parties. It benefits from established relationships with Indian and international banks, which regularly seek the firm's counsel on cross-border ECB matters, and strong relationships in the domestic Indian legal market. Recently active on matters relating to the renewables, TMT and hospitality sectors, it is well positioned to assist with green financing mandates. Key clients include Mizuho Bank, Reliance Joi Infocomm and Glencore International.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised Standard Chartered Bank as the arrangers in relation to the USD288 million construction financing of the 300 MW ISTS-connected and 150 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid projects in Rvidi, Rajasthan and Shiy in India.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Linklaters are really strong in India; they've got some lawyers who are leading acquisition and structured finance lawyers in South-East Asia focused on India."
"Linklaters are really strong in India; they've got some lawyers who are leading acquisition and structured finance lawyers in South-East Asia focused on India."
Notable Practitioners
Philip Badge is well regarded by clients for his acquisition finance and refinancing expertise. He is based in Linklaters' Singapore office.
"Philip Badge is the best bank lawyer; he's very strong."