DSK Legal
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025
About
DSK Legal was set up in 2001 and has since, established an excellent reputation for its integrity and value-based proactive, pragmatic, and innovative legal advice and its ability to help clients effectively traverse the legal and regulatory regime in India. With offices in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Pune, DSK Legal has grown rapidly on the strength of its expertise to a multi-disciplinary team with over 300 fee-earners, including 59 partners and associate partners. We are modern and inclusive in our outlook, and have a solution-oriented approach. We strongly promote diversity of thought, because we believe it helps us build strong teams with varied approaches and ideas to offer solutions that clients find value in.
At DSK Legal, we believe in establishing strong and enduring relationships with our clients by ensuring that we are always available to attend to our clients’ needs. It is always our endeavor to understand our client’s commercial goals. We are transparent in our working, and commit ourselves to time-bound and cost-effective advice that protects our client’s interests every time.
The reputation that we have so strenuously built for ourselves has led us to be appointed by market-leading international and domestic businesses on several path-breaking deals. Our advice has been sought repeatedly by Governments, and this valuable interaction has in turn helped us establish a significant knowledge base within our firm – a base that we tap into for the benefit of our clients.
Values:
- DSK Legal is committed to excellence in the quality of its work and in meeting client expectations.
- DSK Legal is committed to fairness and integrity.
- DSK Legal is committed to assisting its people in achieving their professional aspirations.
Practice areas:
- Aviation
- Banking and Finance
- Capital Markets
- Competition Law
- Corporate and Securities
- Crisis Management
- Cyber Law and Digital Forensics
- Dispute Resolution - Arbitration and Litigation
- Education Law
- Employment Laws
- Estate Planning
- Insolvency and Restructuring
- Intellectual Property Rights
- International Trade / WTO
- Investment Funds
- Media and Entertainment
- Mergers and Acquisition
- POCSO
- POSH
- Private Clients
- Private Equity and Venture Capital
- Projects, Energy and Infrastructure
- Real Estate Law
- Restructuring and Insolvency
- Technology Law
- White-Collar Crime
Ranked Offices
Provided by DSK Legal
- Mumbai1701, One World Centre Floor 17, Tower 2B 841, Senapati Bapat Marg , Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, 400 013
- Web: dsklegal.com
- Tel: +91 22 6658 8000
- Fax: +91 22 6658 8001
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- Bangalore206 & 207, 2nd Floor,HM Geneva Building, 14, Cunningham Road, Bengaluru, India, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 560052View ranked officeNew DelhiLevel 5 – Max House, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi, Delhi, India, 110020View ranked office
DSK Legal rankings
Articles, highlights and press releases
69 items provided by DSK Legal
DSK Legal Advises Eternis Fine Chemicals on Landmark Cross-Border Acquisition
DSK Legal successfully advised Eternis Fine Chemicals Limited and Eternis Fine Chemicals UK Ltd on the acquisition of Sharon Personal Care, a global leader with operations spanning Italy, Israel, the United States, Germany, and France.
DSK Legal Acts to Safeguard Dharma Productions in "Jigra" Trademark Dispute
DSK Legal filed an urgent appeal in the Rajasthan High Court to challenge an ex-parte order blocking the release of Dharma Productions' film "Jigra." The Court stayed the order, ruling that the film's title did not infringe on the claimant's trademark, enabling the film's release as scheduled.
DSK Legal advised Mandala Capital in its exit from Edward Food Research and Analysis Centre (EFRAC)
DSK Legal advised Mandala Capital with respect to its full exit from Edward Food Research and Analysis Centre (“EFRAC”). Mandala Capital’s exit from EFRAC was implemented through primary and secondary investments by QIMA (UK) Limited (“QIMA”).
Criminal Laws Rebooted: What's New? | An Article Series by DSK Legal on New Criminal Laws of India
With effect from 1 July 2024, there is a new criminal law regime in India. The former criminal laws dealing with criminal offences, criminal procedure, and evidence have been repealed and replaced by three new statutes.
DSK Legal Announces Key Promotions including New Partners and Associate Partners
DSK Legal is delighted to announce the promotion of Ms. Rimali Batra and Ms. Ekta Tyagi as Partners, and Mr. Soham Mookherjee, Mr. Parinay Vasandani, and Mr. Satendra Kumar Rai as Associate Partners.
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. & Ors. V. MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) Limited & Ors.
The Supreme Court clarified State Electricity Regulatory Commissions' authority in setting electricity tariffs, emphasizing their power to reject bids not aligning with market rates.
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. & Ors. V. MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) Limited & Ors.
The Supreme Court clarified State Electricity Regulatory Commissions' authority in setting electricity tariffs, emphasizing their power to reject bids not aligning with market rates.
The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 aims to resolve commercial disputes efficiently. Recent amendments empower Arbitral Tribunals to grant post-award interest, yet challenges under Section 34 often lead to deposit directives.
Clarifying Insolvency Code: M. Suresh Kumar Reddy v. Canara Bank & Others
Insolvency Code aimed to streamline procedures, but conflicting judgments led to ambiguity. Reddy v. Canara Bank clarifies discretion, enhancing IBC's clarity.
VEDANTA LIMITED V. SHREEJI SHIPPING – IS PARTY AUTONOMY THE ULTIMATE CONSIDERATION IN ARBITRATION?
The Vedanta v. Shreeji Shipping case examines party autonomy in arbitration. While upholding autonomy, it highlights challenges of multiple seats, emphasizing the need for clarity to balance autonomy with practicality.
Supreme Court Calls for Shorter Time Frame for Appointment of Arbitrator
n M/s Arif Azim Co. Ltd. v. M/s Aptech Ltd., India's Supreme Court called for a legislative amendment imposing a specific time limit on arbitrator appointment applications, criticizing the current three-year period as contrary to swift dispute resolution.
Supreme Court Calls for Shorter Time Frame for Appointment of Arbitrator
n M/s Arif Azim Co. Ltd. v. M/s Aptech Ltd., India's Supreme Court called for a legislative amendment imposing a specific time limit on arbitrator appointment applications, criticizing the current three-year period as contrary to swift dispute resolution.
Digital Personal Data Protection Act and Direct Marketing – Radical Shifts Expected
DPDP transforms direct marketing with consent-based data processing. Challenges: list maintenance, growth limits, data source restrictions. Opportunities: refined consumer focus, innovative consent notices, enhanced trust. Adapting ensures long-term benefits and competitive edge.
Digital Personal Data Protection Act and Direct Marketing – Radical Shifts Expected
DPDP transforms direct marketing with consent-based data processing. Challenges: list maintenance, growth limits, data source restrictions. Opportunities: refined consumer focus, innovative consent notices, enhanced trust. Adapting ensures long-term benefits and competitive edge.
DSK Legal act on JV between Vellvette Lifestyle and Kareena Kapoor Khan
Vellvette Lifestyle, owner of Sugar Cosmetics, partners with Kareena Kapoor Khan to launch Quench Botanics, a Korean skincare brand, making her a co-owner.
DSK Legal represents Red Chillies Entertainment against piracy of its latest blockbuster Jawan
Red Chillies Entertainment through DSK Legal fights film piracy in Delhi High Court, gets WhatsApp and Telegram groups shut, identifies culprits, and files police complaints with anti-piracy measures.
The Mystery of the Missing 26(1)
Unprecedented directions to the investigating arm of the Competition Commission of India by Madras High Court
Litigation Summary - Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd.
Suit Title: Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd Film: “Jawan” DSK Legal successfully advised, assisted and represented our client Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd (“RC”) in a suit filed on their behalf before Delhi High Court.
IRDAI's Information and Cyber Security Guidelines
An Attempt to Strengthen the Cyber Security Framework in Insurance Sector
Unstamped Document – Stomping the progress of Arbitration in India
The 5–Judges Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court of India, by 3:2 majority, in N.N. Global II judgement held that an arbitration clause in an unstamped document is not enforceable and therefore a Court cannot appoint an arbitrator unless the unstamped document is sufficiently stamped.
Anand Desai appointed as a member of the court at London Court of International Arbitration
DSK Legal is delighted to share that our Managing Partner, Mr. Anand Desai, has been appointed as a member of the Court at the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) for a five year term.
Artificial Intelligence: Scope and Implications
The leaps and strides that artificial intelligence (AI) has undergone in the present times, and the rate at which it continues to do so on a day-to-day basis, makes it one of the largest and most cardinal technology revolutions of our lifetimes.
The Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023: Overhauling changes and shortcomings
On 03.04.2023 the Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2022 (‘Bill’) was passed by the Indian Parliament, and the same received Presidential assent on 11.04.2023, thereby, making it the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 (‘Amendment Act’).
Navigating Complex AI Landscape to Stay Competitive and Scalable
Over the last decade and more so in the recent years, there has been rapid advancement in capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) with the potential to transform the society and its functioning.
Navigating The Web Of Regulations On Online Gaming In India
Gaming has evolved over the years. From an era of video games, arcade machines, and bowling alleys, real time online strategy games, multi-player online games, and battle royale games have now gained mainstream popularity.
Navigating the Web of Regulations on Online Gaming in India
Gaming has evolved over the years. From an era of video games, arcade machines, and bowling alleys, real time online strategy games, multi-player online games, and battle royale games have now gained mainstream popularity.
Navigating the Web of Regulations on Online Gaming in India
Gaming has evolved over the years. From an era of video games, arcade machines, and bowling alleys, real time online strategy games, multi-player online games, and battle royale games have now gained mainstream popularity.
Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022
A Positive Overhaul in Need of Finishing Touches
From Fintech to RegTech: Decrypting the RBI’s Guidelines on Digital Lending
From Fintech to RegTech: Decrypting the RBI’s Guidelines on Digital Lending
Unconstitutionality of Section 3(2) of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act 1988
Unconstitutionality of Section 3(2) of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act 1988
DSK Legal Advises Eternis Fine Chemicals on Landmark Cross-Border Acquisition
DSK Legal successfully advised Eternis Fine Chemicals Limited and Eternis Fine Chemicals UK Ltd on the acquisition of Sharon Personal Care, a global leader with operations spanning Italy, Israel, the United States, Germany, and France.
DSK Legal Acts to Safeguard Dharma Productions in "Jigra" Trademark Dispute
DSK Legal filed an urgent appeal in the Rajasthan High Court to challenge an ex-parte order blocking the release of Dharma Productions' film "Jigra." The Court stayed the order, ruling that the film's title did not infringe on the claimant's trademark, enabling the film's release as scheduled.
DSK Legal advised Mandala Capital in its exit from Edward Food Research and Analysis Centre (EFRAC)
DSK Legal advised Mandala Capital with respect to its full exit from Edward Food Research and Analysis Centre (“EFRAC”). Mandala Capital’s exit from EFRAC was implemented through primary and secondary investments by QIMA (UK) Limited (“QIMA”).
Criminal Laws Rebooted: What's New? | An Article Series by DSK Legal on New Criminal Laws of India
With effect from 1 July 2024, there is a new criminal law regime in India. The former criminal laws dealing with criminal offences, criminal procedure, and evidence have been repealed and replaced by three new statutes.
DSK Legal Announces Key Promotions including New Partners and Associate Partners
DSK Legal is delighted to announce the promotion of Ms. Rimali Batra and Ms. Ekta Tyagi as Partners, and Mr. Soham Mookherjee, Mr. Parinay Vasandani, and Mr. Satendra Kumar Rai as Associate Partners.
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. & Ors. V. MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) Limited & Ors.
The Supreme Court clarified State Electricity Regulatory Commissions' authority in setting electricity tariffs, emphasizing their power to reject bids not aligning with market rates.
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd. & Ors. V. MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) Limited & Ors.
The Supreme Court clarified State Electricity Regulatory Commissions' authority in setting electricity tariffs, emphasizing their power to reject bids not aligning with market rates.
The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 aims to resolve commercial disputes efficiently. Recent amendments empower Arbitral Tribunals to grant post-award interest, yet challenges under Section 34 often lead to deposit directives.
Clarifying Insolvency Code: M. Suresh Kumar Reddy v. Canara Bank & Others
Insolvency Code aimed to streamline procedures, but conflicting judgments led to ambiguity. Reddy v. Canara Bank clarifies discretion, enhancing IBC's clarity.
VEDANTA LIMITED V. SHREEJI SHIPPING – IS PARTY AUTONOMY THE ULTIMATE CONSIDERATION IN ARBITRATION?
The Vedanta v. Shreeji Shipping case examines party autonomy in arbitration. While upholding autonomy, it highlights challenges of multiple seats, emphasizing the need for clarity to balance autonomy with practicality.
Supreme Court Calls for Shorter Time Frame for Appointment of Arbitrator
n M/s Arif Azim Co. Ltd. v. M/s Aptech Ltd., India's Supreme Court called for a legislative amendment imposing a specific time limit on arbitrator appointment applications, criticizing the current three-year period as contrary to swift dispute resolution.
Supreme Court Calls for Shorter Time Frame for Appointment of Arbitrator
n M/s Arif Azim Co. Ltd. v. M/s Aptech Ltd., India's Supreme Court called for a legislative amendment imposing a specific time limit on arbitrator appointment applications, criticizing the current three-year period as contrary to swift dispute resolution.
Digital Personal Data Protection Act and Direct Marketing – Radical Shifts Expected
DPDP transforms direct marketing with consent-based data processing. Challenges: list maintenance, growth limits, data source restrictions. Opportunities: refined consumer focus, innovative consent notices, enhanced trust. Adapting ensures long-term benefits and competitive edge.
Digital Personal Data Protection Act and Direct Marketing – Radical Shifts Expected
DPDP transforms direct marketing with consent-based data processing. Challenges: list maintenance, growth limits, data source restrictions. Opportunities: refined consumer focus, innovative consent notices, enhanced trust. Adapting ensures long-term benefits and competitive edge.
DSK Legal act on JV between Vellvette Lifestyle and Kareena Kapoor Khan
Vellvette Lifestyle, owner of Sugar Cosmetics, partners with Kareena Kapoor Khan to launch Quench Botanics, a Korean skincare brand, making her a co-owner.
DSK Legal represents Red Chillies Entertainment against piracy of its latest blockbuster Jawan
Red Chillies Entertainment through DSK Legal fights film piracy in Delhi High Court, gets WhatsApp and Telegram groups shut, identifies culprits, and files police complaints with anti-piracy measures.
The Mystery of the Missing 26(1)
Unprecedented directions to the investigating arm of the Competition Commission of India by Madras High Court
Litigation Summary - Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd.
Suit Title: Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd Film: “Jawan” DSK Legal successfully advised, assisted and represented our client Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd (“RC”) in a suit filed on their behalf before Delhi High Court.
IRDAI's Information and Cyber Security Guidelines
An Attempt to Strengthen the Cyber Security Framework in Insurance Sector
Unstamped Document – Stomping the progress of Arbitration in India
The 5–Judges Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court of India, by 3:2 majority, in N.N. Global II judgement held that an arbitration clause in an unstamped document is not enforceable and therefore a Court cannot appoint an arbitrator unless the unstamped document is sufficiently stamped.
Anand Desai appointed as a member of the court at London Court of International Arbitration
DSK Legal is delighted to share that our Managing Partner, Mr. Anand Desai, has been appointed as a member of the Court at the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) for a five year term.
Artificial Intelligence: Scope and Implications
The leaps and strides that artificial intelligence (AI) has undergone in the present times, and the rate at which it continues to do so on a day-to-day basis, makes it one of the largest and most cardinal technology revolutions of our lifetimes.
The Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023: Overhauling changes and shortcomings
On 03.04.2023 the Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2022 (‘Bill’) was passed by the Indian Parliament, and the same received Presidential assent on 11.04.2023, thereby, making it the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 (‘Amendment Act’).
Navigating Complex AI Landscape to Stay Competitive and Scalable
Over the last decade and more so in the recent years, there has been rapid advancement in capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) with the potential to transform the society and its functioning.
Navigating The Web Of Regulations On Online Gaming In India
Gaming has evolved over the years. From an era of video games, arcade machines, and bowling alleys, real time online strategy games, multi-player online games, and battle royale games have now gained mainstream popularity.
Navigating the Web of Regulations on Online Gaming in India
Gaming has evolved over the years. From an era of video games, arcade machines, and bowling alleys, real time online strategy games, multi-player online games, and battle royale games have now gained mainstream popularity.
Navigating the Web of Regulations on Online Gaming in India
Gaming has evolved over the years. From an era of video games, arcade machines, and bowling alleys, real time online strategy games, multi-player online games, and battle royale games have now gained mainstream popularity.
Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022
A Positive Overhaul in Need of Finishing Touches
From Fintech to RegTech: Decrypting the RBI’s Guidelines on Digital Lending
From Fintech to RegTech: Decrypting the RBI’s Guidelines on Digital Lending
Unconstitutionality of Section 3(2) of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act 1988
Unconstitutionality of Section 3(2) of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act 1988