CAM, SAM, AZB advise on $296 mln Apollo PE deal

by Nimitt Dixit |

Indian law firm Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas has advised global PE investor Advent International on its 24.75-billion-rupee (nearly $297 million) investment in Apollo Hospitals’ (AHE) unit Apollo HealthCo.

RANKINGS: ALB India Top Disputes Boutique Firms 2024

In its inaugural list, Asian Legal Business shines a spotlight on India’s leading legal advocacy firms specialising in resolving complex legal challenges. These firms are redefining dispute resolution in India with their unparalleled expertise and proven track record.

FORUM: Building a Brand

by Nimitt Dixit |

The year 2024 is poised to bring about significant transformation in the field of marketing operations for many law firms, according to several panellists at the Thomson Reuters Institute’s 31st Annual Law Firm Marketing Partner Forum held recently.

Q&A: ‘Laws must be fair, clear, predictable, transparent and responsive’

by Nimitt Dixit |

TrustBridge Rule of Law Foundation was established in 2022 but two Trilegal co-founders with the stated aim of improving the performance and behaviour of the state and its institutions, as well as private market participants, in a manner that aligns with the wider economic goals of the country.

EXPLAINER: Why the DCB’s ex-ante approach may not be right to address Big Tech concerns

by Nimitt Dixit |

In March, the Committee on Digital Competition Law in India released its report, which included the draft Digital Competition Bill, 2024 (DCB).

FEATURE: Type C for Tech

by Nimitt Dixit |

Indian law firms have been reluctant to invest in legal technology. However, with the advent of precise AI-based technologies and an increasingly competitive market, embracing legal technology is no longer an option but a necessity.

IN HOUSE INSIGHT: The In-House Counsel’s Role in Fundraising

by Rini Mitra |

In the dynamic landscape of the private equity and venture capital  sector, the role of an in-house counsel extends far beyond mere advisory duties and handling negotiations during the investment stage.

CAM, JSA advise on NHAI InvIT $870 mln investment top-up

by Nimitt Dixit |

Indian law firm Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas has advised NHAI InvIT (National Highways Infra Trust) (NHIT), a privately listed infrastructure investment trust, on the $740 million issuance of its units by way of an institutional placement to eligible investors.

SAM picks up CAM capital markets partner in Mumbai

by Nimitt Dixit |

Indian law firm Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co has hired a second capital markets partner in 2024 with the addition of partner Rohit Tiwari from rival Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas in Mumbai.

JSA makes 2nd partner hire in a week as disputes lawyer returns

by Nimitt Dixit |

Indian law firm J. Sagar Associates has added a second partner in a week after welcoming back disputes pro Harshavardhan Abburi in Hyderabad. He becomes the firm’s only partner based in the southern city.

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Diversity & Inclusion in Japan's Legal Industry

As one of Japan’s Big Four law firms, Anderson Mori & Tomotsune has made it its mission to improve diversity and inclusion, or D&I, across the firm and Japan’s legal industry. ALB talks to Mari Itoh, a partner at AMT and a

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