Dentons Link Legal
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024
About
Managing Partner: Atul Sharma (Executive Chairman), Nusrat Hassan (Managing Partner) and Anand Srivastava (Managing Partner)
Number of partners: 50+
Number of lawyers: 150+
Languages: English, Hindi
FIRM OVERVIEW:
Established in 1999, Dentons Link Legal is a full service corporate and commercial law firm with over 40 partners and 150 lawyers across multiple practice areas. With offices across all major Indian cities and access to more than 200 offices in more than 80 countries of Dentons’ combination firms across the world, Dentons Link Legal is equipped to assist you in achieving your business objectives with the help of a team of experienced, well trained and qualified lawyers.
Dentons Link Legal has followed a policy of strengthening its expertise and internal operations to provide a solid and user-friendly bridge between international and local business.
The Firm and its Partners are recognised by clients, peers and leading global publications, some of which are set forth below:
-Ranked #14 among Top 40 Indian Law Firms by RSG Consulting.
-Infrastructure & Project Finance Law Firm of the Year at Legal Era Indian Legal Awards.
-Recognised as one the Largest Law Firms in India in Asian Legal Business' Asia's Top 50 Largest Law Firms list.
-Winner of the ‘Utility Deal of the Year’ award at The Asset Triple A Infrastructure Awards 2020.
-Capital Markets Law Firm of the Year Award at BW Legal World Global Legal Leaders Awards 2020.
-Ranked in various practice areas such as Aviation, Projects, Infrastructure, Energy, Construction, Banking & Finance, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration, Competition/ Antitrust, Restructuring & Insolvency, Capital Markets, Labour & Employment, TMT, etc. by Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, RSG, Benchmark Litigation, India Business Law Journal, Asian Legal Business, IFLR1000, Asialaw, among others.
-Partners of the Firm ranked by Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, India Business Law Journal, Asian Legal Business, IFLR1000, Asialaw, among others.
MAIN AREAS OF PRACTICE
General Corporate & Commercial:
Link Legal’s M&A, PE/VC and general corporate practice provides cutting edge and innovative solutions to clients with a right blend of legal expertise and commercial insight. The team possesses rich experience and expertise in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, joint ventures and other corporate and commercial transactions, including mergers and de-mergers through the court process. The team also has specialists who advise on employment as well as real estate laws.
Securities Market:
The firm has a specialist Securities markets team advising both issuers and investors, lead managers and underwriters, on securities markets transactions including IPOs, rights issues, qualified institutional placements, FCCBs and high yield bond transactions.
Infrastructure:
The firm is widely recognised as a thought leader, having deep transactional expertise and advisory experience in various sectors includ¬ing airports, metro rail and urban transport, roads, ports, real estate, power, aviation, water, waste management, media, pharmaceutical, information technology, consumer goods & mining. The firm’s expertise lies in advising its clients in all aspects of projects during the entire life cycle including conceptualization, risk analysis, bid processes, EPC contracts, bankability and related areas. The firm also assists its clients in contract and claims management during the implementation of the project.
Banking & Finance:
The firm’s well recognised team is adept at providing specialised advisory across varied fields of financing, including syndicated finance, corporate loans, working capital loans, external commercial borrowings, refinancing, corporate debt restructuring, strategic debt restructuring, bond issues, debt capital market, Islamic finance et. al.
Aviation:
The firm regularly assists aviation clients such as airlines, airports, aviation service providers, maintenance organisations, etc., with transactional, regular corporate advisory, financing, regulatory and litigation matters (including international arbitrations) associated with their operations.
Arbitration & Litigation:
The firm provides complete representational as well as advisory services to its clients. The firm represents clients in corporate, commercial, constitutional and other general litigations before various courts, tribunals and commissions across the country and is also well recognised for its experience in handling complex arbitration matters including pre and post arbitration litigation.
Restructuring & Insolvency:
The firm’s robust restructuring and insolvency practice enables the firm to cater to the needs of corporate creditors, banks and agencies lending funds, investors including financial investors and corporate debtors on debt restructuring, rescheduling and formal insolvency procedures.
PRACTICE AREAS
Aviation and Aerospace
Banking & Finance
General Corporate & Commercial
Dispute Resolution
Employment and Labour
Exchange Control & Foreign Investment
Lifesciences and Healthcare
Intellectual Property Rights
M&A, Joint Ventures & Private Equity
Project Contracts and Claims Management
Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
Real Estate
Restructuring and Insolvency
Securities Market
Statutory Risk Management Programme
Technology, Media & Telecommunications
White Collar Crime
Ranked Offices
Provided by Dentons Link Legal
- New DelhiAiwan-e-Ghalib Complex, Mata Sundri Lane, , New Delhi, Delhi, India, 110 002
- Web: linklegal.in
- Tel: +91 11 4651 1000
- Fax: +91 11 4651 1099
- View ranked office
- Mumbai21/22, 2nd Floor, Free Press House Free Press Journal Road, 215 Nariman Point , Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, 400 021View ranked office
Dentons Link Legal rankings
Articles, highlights and press releases
188 items provided by Dentons Link Legal
Affiliate Status: Accessing The Green Channel Route
In India, a notification in respect of a combination under green channel route is filed by the parties in accordance with Section 6(4) of the Competition Act, 2002 (“Act”). The green channel route aims to ensure a speedy, transparent, and accountable review of combinations.
Cross-border Issuance of ESOPs: Developing Indian Landscape
Indian resident employees are increasingly granted stock options in the form of employee benefits schemes in their foreign parent companies. These options allow employees the right to subscribe to shares or other equity interests in the issuing foreign entity upon vesting.
Criminal Conviction by a Court is necessary for Forfeiture of Gratuity
In a recent judgment titled Punjab National Bank vs. Niraj Gupta and Anr. the Hon’ble Delhi High Court (larified that an employee’s gratuity could not be forfeited on the grounds of an ‘offence amounting to moral turpitude’ if there is no criminal conviction by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Dentons Link Legal advised in QIP by Bank of Maharashtra
Dentons Link Legal advised IDBI Capital Markets & Securities Limited, Systematix Corporate Services Limited, Batlivala & Karani Securities India Private Limited, Centrum Capital Limited, Emkay Global Financial Services Limited, JM Financial Limited and Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors Limited.
Dentons Link Legal announces the appointments of new partners in the Dispute Resolution Practice
Dentons Link Legal is delighted to announce the joining of Mustafa Motiwala, as Senior Partner in the Dispute Resolution team along with Associate Partners Aniketh Nair and Nihal Shaikh.
Dentons Link Legal Advises on ₹870.16 Crore Equity Share Placement by KEC International Limited
Dentons Link Legal advised ICICI Securities Limited and JM Financial Limited, in relation to the qualified institutions placement of equity shares by KEC International Limited
Dentons Link Legal advised in QIP by Punjab National Bank
Dentons Link Legal advised a consortium of lead managers on Punjab National Bank's ₹5,000 crore qualified institutions placement of 48.19 crore equity shares. The team was led by Partner Milind Jha, Partner Shailender Sharma with support from key associates and senior associates.
Dentons Link Legal Advises SpiceJet on ₹30 Billion Qualified Institutions Placement
Dentons Link Legal acted as the counsel to SpiceJet Limited in relation to its Qualified Institutions Placement.
SBI Sanctions INR 10,050 Crore Loan for DVC Power Project
State Bank of India has sanctioned Rupee term loan facility of INR 10,050 crore to Damodar Valley Corporation for implementation of 800*2 MW ultra super critical thermal power project at Koderma, Jharkhand.
Joinder of Non-Signatories in Arbitration: Resolving the Enigma
Arbitration is a prominent and widely sought mechanism for consensually resolving commercial disputes without court intervention. Since consent is the bedrock of arbitration, a third-party cannot be forcibly joined in the arbitration proceedings as this would undermine the settled principle of party
From Stability to Turmoil: Managing Political Risk in Bangladesh for Foreign Investors
On August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister of 15 years, resigned and fled the country following widespread violent protests. In her place, an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus as Chief Advisor, with the support of the military, was established.
Integrating Clinical Trials with Forensics and Legal Compliance
Clinical trials are fundamental to advancing medical science and ensuring the efficacy and safety of new treatments. In India, a rapidly growing hub for global clinical research, maintaining the integrity and credibility of these trials is crucial.
Arbitrability of Employment Disputes Arising Out of Negative Covenants
The Hon'ble Delhi High Court (“Delhi HC”), in a recent judgment titled Lily Packers Private Limited Vs. Vaishnavi Vijay Umak and connected matters delivered an interesting opinion on the arbitrability of employment disputes pertaining to negative covenants in employment agreements.
A Rights Dilemma – Prompts for Music
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought within the realm of reality, what was once a mere figment of imagination – a page from a science fiction novel or a scene from Star Wars! Of course, it is of little surprise that the impact of AI is most palpably felt in the entertainment industry.
Supreme Court Affirms Federal Structure By Allowing Right Of States To Impose Taxes On Minerals
The Mineral Area Development Authority v. Steel Authority of India case decided by the Supreme Court in July 2024 involves resolution of a significant constitutional dispute regarding the legislative competence of State legislatures in the context of taxing and regulating mineral resources.
Supreme Court Affirms Federal Structure By Allowing Right Of States To Impose Taxes On Minerals
The Mineral Area Development Authority v. Steel Authority of India case decided by the Supreme Court in July 2024 involves resolution of a significant constitutional dispute regarding the legislative competence of State legislatures in the context of taxing and regulating mineral resources.
Deal Reporting - Dentons Link Legal Advises on INR 20Billion Debt Restructuring for PSRDCL
Dentons Link Legal advised on the restructuring of the outstanding debt of over INR 20 billion of Pune Sholapur Road Development Company Limited (PSRDCL), under RBI’s Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets and the Government of India (GoI) proposed IL&FS’ group Resolution Framework.
Dentons elects Kate Barton as new Global CEO
Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, today announced that its Global Board of Directors and Global Advisory Committee have elected Kate Barton as the Firm’s next Global CEO.
Navigating Indian Healthcare Marketing Laws: Why they matter for Global Marketers
The Indian healthcare sector presents a tantalizing prospect for foreign Multinational Corporations (MNCs). A burgeoning population, rising disposable incomes, and an expanding market base paints a picture of a market ripe for harvest.
Budget 2024: Key Takeaways for the Employment Sector
The 2024 union budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 23rd July 2024 is an employment-centric budget that has prioritized the creation of fresh employment and skill development.
Are Nutraceuticals Going to be Drugs?
Nutraceuticals are supposed to be products derived from food sources that provide extra health benefits beyond basic nutrition. They include dietary supplements, functional foods, and products that claim to prevent or treat diseases or enhance health and well-being.
Dentons Link Legal advises in the substitution of the concessionaire in a HAM Road Project
Dentons Link Legal acted as the transaction advisor to a consortium of lenders led by India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) in a landmark transaction involving the 'second substitution of the concessionaire' in a Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) road project.
Dentons Link Legal advised GMR Smart Electricity Distribution in JV with Bosch Global Software Tech
Dentons Link Legal has successfully assisted GMR’s Utility Platform, GMR Smart Electricity Distribution Private Limited in forging a joint venture with Bosch Global Software Technologies (BGSW)
Dentons Link Legal Successfully Advises on Global Acquisition for Ryan International
Dentons Link Legal successfully advised and supported the Indian leg of a complex global acquisition for client Ryan International. The acquisition involved Ryan International acquiring the property tax business division of Altus Group, a publicly traded Canadian company.
Press Release – New Partner Announcement - Manoj Panzade
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to announce that Manoj Panzade has joined as a Partner in the Firm’s Corporate Commercial and Banking & Finance practices at the GIFT City office, Gandhinagar.
Press Release – New Partner Announcement - Nayona Roy
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to announce that Nayona Roy has joined as a Partner in the Firm’s Technology, Media and Telecommunications practice in the Mumbai office.
Determination of Real Nature is a Key Facet
The Hon’ble Supreme Court in the matter of Global Credit Capital Limited & Anr v. Sach Marketing Private Limited & Anr has passed common judgement wherein it has upheld the order of National Company Law Appellate Tribunal which categorized lenders as financial creditors for the purpose of IBC.
Dentons Link Legal becomes first global law firm with presence in GIFT City (Gandhinagar)
Global firm establishes office in emerging global financial and technology hub, adding to its existing offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Chennai.
EPF Contribution for Foreign Workers Struck Down as Unconstitutional
In a recent seminal judgment titled Stone Hill Education Foundation and Ors. vs. Union of India and Ors., the Hon’ble Karnataka High Court has struck down the controversial para 83 of the Employees Provident Fund Scheme and para 43A of the Employees’ Pension Scheme related to “International Workers”
Legal Challenges to Flexible Work Arrangements in India
While looking at the evolving workspace, it is evident that the global shift is towards flexible working, accelerated by recent crises and technological advancements. With nearly half of Indian employees embracing FWAs, it is crucial to address the associated challenges.
Affiliate Status: Accessing The Green Channel Route
In India, a notification in respect of a combination under green channel route is filed by the parties in accordance with Section 6(4) of the Competition Act, 2002 (“Act”). The green channel route aims to ensure a speedy, transparent, and accountable review of combinations.
Cross-border Issuance of ESOPs: Developing Indian Landscape
Indian resident employees are increasingly granted stock options in the form of employee benefits schemes in their foreign parent companies. These options allow employees the right to subscribe to shares or other equity interests in the issuing foreign entity upon vesting.
Criminal Conviction by a Court is necessary for Forfeiture of Gratuity
In a recent judgment titled Punjab National Bank vs. Niraj Gupta and Anr. the Hon’ble Delhi High Court (larified that an employee’s gratuity could not be forfeited on the grounds of an ‘offence amounting to moral turpitude’ if there is no criminal conviction by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Dentons Link Legal advised in QIP by Bank of Maharashtra
Dentons Link Legal advised IDBI Capital Markets & Securities Limited, Systematix Corporate Services Limited, Batlivala & Karani Securities India Private Limited, Centrum Capital Limited, Emkay Global Financial Services Limited, JM Financial Limited and Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors Limited.
Dentons Link Legal announces the appointments of new partners in the Dispute Resolution Practice
Dentons Link Legal is delighted to announce the joining of Mustafa Motiwala, as Senior Partner in the Dispute Resolution team along with Associate Partners Aniketh Nair and Nihal Shaikh.
Dentons Link Legal Advises on ₹870.16 Crore Equity Share Placement by KEC International Limited
Dentons Link Legal advised ICICI Securities Limited and JM Financial Limited, in relation to the qualified institutions placement of equity shares by KEC International Limited
Dentons Link Legal advised in QIP by Punjab National Bank
Dentons Link Legal advised a consortium of lead managers on Punjab National Bank's ₹5,000 crore qualified institutions placement of 48.19 crore equity shares. The team was led by Partner Milind Jha, Partner Shailender Sharma with support from key associates and senior associates.
Dentons Link Legal Advises SpiceJet on ₹30 Billion Qualified Institutions Placement
Dentons Link Legal acted as the counsel to SpiceJet Limited in relation to its Qualified Institutions Placement.
SBI Sanctions INR 10,050 Crore Loan for DVC Power Project
State Bank of India has sanctioned Rupee term loan facility of INR 10,050 crore to Damodar Valley Corporation for implementation of 800*2 MW ultra super critical thermal power project at Koderma, Jharkhand.
Joinder of Non-Signatories in Arbitration: Resolving the Enigma
Arbitration is a prominent and widely sought mechanism for consensually resolving commercial disputes without court intervention. Since consent is the bedrock of arbitration, a third-party cannot be forcibly joined in the arbitration proceedings as this would undermine the settled principle of party
From Stability to Turmoil: Managing Political Risk in Bangladesh for Foreign Investors
On August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister of 15 years, resigned and fled the country following widespread violent protests. In her place, an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus as Chief Advisor, with the support of the military, was established.
Integrating Clinical Trials with Forensics and Legal Compliance
Clinical trials are fundamental to advancing medical science and ensuring the efficacy and safety of new treatments. In India, a rapidly growing hub for global clinical research, maintaining the integrity and credibility of these trials is crucial.
Arbitrability of Employment Disputes Arising Out of Negative Covenants
The Hon'ble Delhi High Court (“Delhi HC”), in a recent judgment titled Lily Packers Private Limited Vs. Vaishnavi Vijay Umak and connected matters delivered an interesting opinion on the arbitrability of employment disputes pertaining to negative covenants in employment agreements.
A Rights Dilemma – Prompts for Music
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought within the realm of reality, what was once a mere figment of imagination – a page from a science fiction novel or a scene from Star Wars! Of course, it is of little surprise that the impact of AI is most palpably felt in the entertainment industry.
Supreme Court Affirms Federal Structure By Allowing Right Of States To Impose Taxes On Minerals
The Mineral Area Development Authority v. Steel Authority of India case decided by the Supreme Court in July 2024 involves resolution of a significant constitutional dispute regarding the legislative competence of State legislatures in the context of taxing and regulating mineral resources.
Supreme Court Affirms Federal Structure By Allowing Right Of States To Impose Taxes On Minerals
The Mineral Area Development Authority v. Steel Authority of India case decided by the Supreme Court in July 2024 involves resolution of a significant constitutional dispute regarding the legislative competence of State legislatures in the context of taxing and regulating mineral resources.
Deal Reporting - Dentons Link Legal Advises on INR 20Billion Debt Restructuring for PSRDCL
Dentons Link Legal advised on the restructuring of the outstanding debt of over INR 20 billion of Pune Sholapur Road Development Company Limited (PSRDCL), under RBI’s Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets and the Government of India (GoI) proposed IL&FS’ group Resolution Framework.
Dentons elects Kate Barton as new Global CEO
Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, today announced that its Global Board of Directors and Global Advisory Committee have elected Kate Barton as the Firm’s next Global CEO.
Navigating Indian Healthcare Marketing Laws: Why they matter for Global Marketers
The Indian healthcare sector presents a tantalizing prospect for foreign Multinational Corporations (MNCs). A burgeoning population, rising disposable incomes, and an expanding market base paints a picture of a market ripe for harvest.
Budget 2024: Key Takeaways for the Employment Sector
The 2024 union budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 23rd July 2024 is an employment-centric budget that has prioritized the creation of fresh employment and skill development.
Are Nutraceuticals Going to be Drugs?
Nutraceuticals are supposed to be products derived from food sources that provide extra health benefits beyond basic nutrition. They include dietary supplements, functional foods, and products that claim to prevent or treat diseases or enhance health and well-being.
Dentons Link Legal advises in the substitution of the concessionaire in a HAM Road Project
Dentons Link Legal acted as the transaction advisor to a consortium of lenders led by India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) in a landmark transaction involving the 'second substitution of the concessionaire' in a Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) road project.
Dentons Link Legal advised GMR Smart Electricity Distribution in JV with Bosch Global Software Tech
Dentons Link Legal has successfully assisted GMR’s Utility Platform, GMR Smart Electricity Distribution Private Limited in forging a joint venture with Bosch Global Software Technologies (BGSW)
Dentons Link Legal Successfully Advises on Global Acquisition for Ryan International
Dentons Link Legal successfully advised and supported the Indian leg of a complex global acquisition for client Ryan International. The acquisition involved Ryan International acquiring the property tax business division of Altus Group, a publicly traded Canadian company.
Press Release – New Partner Announcement - Manoj Panzade
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to announce that Manoj Panzade has joined as a Partner in the Firm’s Corporate Commercial and Banking & Finance practices at the GIFT City office, Gandhinagar.
Press Release – New Partner Announcement - Nayona Roy
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to announce that Nayona Roy has joined as a Partner in the Firm’s Technology, Media and Telecommunications practice in the Mumbai office.
Determination of Real Nature is a Key Facet
The Hon’ble Supreme Court in the matter of Global Credit Capital Limited & Anr v. Sach Marketing Private Limited & Anr has passed common judgement wherein it has upheld the order of National Company Law Appellate Tribunal which categorized lenders as financial creditors for the purpose of IBC.
Dentons Link Legal becomes first global law firm with presence in GIFT City (Gandhinagar)
Global firm establishes office in emerging global financial and technology hub, adding to its existing offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Chennai.
EPF Contribution for Foreign Workers Struck Down as Unconstitutional
In a recent seminal judgment titled Stone Hill Education Foundation and Ors. vs. Union of India and Ors., the Hon’ble Karnataka High Court has struck down the controversial para 83 of the Employees Provident Fund Scheme and para 43A of the Employees’ Pension Scheme related to “International Workers”
Legal Challenges to Flexible Work Arrangements in India
While looking at the evolving workspace, it is evident that the global shift is towards flexible working, accelerated by recent crises and technological advancements. With nearly half of Indian employees embracing FWAs, it is crucial to address the associated challenges.