Dispute Resolution - India
What the team is known for
Nishith Desai Associates specialises in cross-border work, particularly international arbitration. It is well versed in tax, commercial and TMT disputes, as a result of the firm's strong advisory practice in these areas. The firm also offers excellent expertise in investment treaty issues as part of the wider dispute resolution practice. The practice harbours expertise in construction, securities and corporate fraud issues. The outfit regularly takes on IP disputes and public interest litigations. It acts for an impressive list of Indian and multinational companies. Go Daddy, CoinSwitch Kuber and WazirX are examples of its clients.
Strengths
"The team is on top of its game in the commercial space. Apart from handling large-ticket fintech disputes, they are very strong on taxation as well as commercial laws."
"The partners and associates excel in team work and are focused on quality."
Work highlights
Nishith Desai Associates represented Allscripts and its employees before the Andhra Pradesh High Court and Supreme Court in relation to allegations of data theft and offences under the Information Technology Act, 2000 made by the authorities.
Notable practitioners
Vyapak Desai is a skilled litigation and arbitration counsel, known for his expertise in TMT, infrastructure and investment-related matters. "Vyapak is one of the best commercial minds I have come across in India: his uncanny ability to blend sensible commerce with the law makes him an exceptional thinker for finding out-of-the-box solutions." "He is a versatile lawyer with vast experience and it shows in his approach to work."
