SNG & PARTNERS > Mumbai, India > Firm Profile
SNG & PARTNERS Offices
9th Floor, Nehru Centre,
Dr. Annie Besant Road,
Worli, Mumbai - 400018
India
India
SNG & PARTNERS > The Legal 500 Rankings
City focus: Mumbai > Banking and finance Tier 1
SNG & PARTNERS‘ banking and finance team is known for its skill in handling domestic and cross-border financing transactions for a plethora of clients, including domestic and international banks and NBFCs. Rajesh Narain Gupta regularly represents clients in transactional and litigation matters and jointly heads the team with Amit Aggarwal, who excels in the full range of debt transactions. Anju Gandhi is a commercial borrowings and institutional loans expert, while Aditya Vikram Dua focuses on real estate and acquisition financing.Practice head(s):
Rajesh Narain Gupta; Amit Aggarwal; Anju Gandhi
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
ICICI Bank Limited
Standard Chartered Bank
IDBI Trusteeship Services Limited
ICICI Home Finance Company Limited
CSB Bank Limited
Adhikaansh Realtors Private Limited
HDFC Capital Advisors Limited
Piramal Enterprises Limited
National E-Governance Services Ltd
Accretive Cleantech Finance Private Limited
Shapoorji Pallonji Finance Private Limited
Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)
IndusInd Bank Limited
Unity Small Finance Bank Limited
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Limited
IIFL Finance Limited
State Bank of India, Yes Bank Limited, Standard Chartered Bank, and ICICI Bank Limited
Standard Chartered Bank and The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
Standard Chartered Bank, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited and Axis Bank Limited
ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Limited and IDBI Trusteeship Services Limited
Work highlights
- Advised ICICI Bank and Axis Trustee Services on issuance of non-convertible debentures by DLF Cyber City Developers.
- Assisted Standard Chartered Bank and Axis Trustee Services Limited with the issuance of secured, rated, listed, redeemable non-convertible debentures by DLF Cyber City Developers Limited.
- Advised ICICI Home Finance on ₹30cr term loan to Svamitva Landmarks.
City focus: Mumbai > Real estate and construction Tier 1
SNG & PARTNERS advises real estate developers, investors, and offshore lenders on a wide range of transactional real estate matters, including acquisitions, infrastructure projects, and commercial and township developments. Managing Partner Rajesh Narain Gupta has vast expertise in handling complex real estate transactions, with a particular focus on the banking and finance sector. Delhi-based Munish Upadhyay co-heads the real estate practice with Sadhav Mishra, who leads the Mumbai and Bangalore team and regularly assists clients on large residential and commercial developments, built-up infrastructure and due diligence.Practice head(s):
Rajesh Narain Gupta
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Shriram Properties Limited
Rare Township Pvt. Ltd.
HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd.
Macrotech Developers Limited (Lodha Group)
Hind Terminal Pvt. Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised Shriram Properties Limited on the acquisition of a real estate project named, Golden Ira.
- Represented Rare Township Pvt. Ltd. in a litigation to declare the Investor/shareholder, IIRF India Realty VIII Ltd., as the “Promoter” in terms of the Shareholders and Share Subscription Agreement entered between the parties.
- Advised HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd. on the issues and risks involved in the transaction for all the assignments.
City focus: National Capital Region: NCR > Dispute resolution Tier 2
Described as having a ‘good commercial sense’, the SNG & PARTNERS‘ team frequently acts for investment banks, real estate developers, and multinationals in matters relating to economic offenses, conciliation, and arbitration. Sanjay Gupta heads the practice from New Delhi, specialising in litigation in the Delhi High Court and the Supreme Court of India. Ajay Monga is well versed in insolvency and bankruptcy matters, whilst Ateev Mathur and Rajnish Gaur are also recommended.
Practice head(s):
Sanjay Gupta
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘SNG & Partners have sound knowledge in the relevant area of law and are able to represent client effectively in the legal proceedings. They also have a good commercial sense and are sensitive to client’s needs. In terms of turnaround time, SNG & Partners are responsive and prompt in answering client’s queries.’
‘Ajay Monga (Partner) and Devmani Bansal (Principal Associate) are responsive, prompt and efficient. They are able to provide sound legal advice in a highly specialised area of law and manage the volumes of file effectively. We find them to be professional, courteous, and helpful.’
Work highlights
India > Private client Tier 2
SNG & PARTNERS‘ experienced private client practice works across New Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Managing partner Rajesh Narain Gupta is a pioneer in the area of succession and estate planning, with a particular focus on business succession and private wealth planning for high-net-worth individuals. He leads the team with Anju Gandhi, who is an advisor to Indian and overseas clients on business and personal estate planning, in addition to the wealth management teams of large banks and family offices. Another name to note is associate partner Jahnavi Dwarkadas, whose expertise further spans family settlements and governance, charitable and philanthropic endeavours, and disputes; she is further noted for her crucial role as a member of the firm’s ESG group.Practice head(s):
Rajesh Narain Gupta; Anju Gandhi
Other key lawyers:
Jahnavi Dwarkadas; Avni Gupta
Testimonials
‘I’ve had the privilege of encountering SNG & Partners quite a few times who continually redefine excellence.’
‘Their commitment to innovation, tireless dedication, and unwavering integrity distinguish them as remarkable professionals. More importantly the partners excel in their relevant fields of expertise.’
‘The private client team is experienced, has a good understanding of client requirements, is abreast with the latest legal requirements, and is insightful and efficient. Most importantly, the advice offered is fair and practical.’
‘I value their clear and proactive advice.’
‘Rajesh Gupta is the most outstanding private client lawyer I have dealt with. After dealing with him and SNG I have not dealt with any other private client firm.’
‘Rajesh is unique: he is straightforward and capable, empathetic and tough-minded, all at the same time.’
‘I appreciate Anju Gandhi and Jahnavi Dwarkadas’ understanding of the subject, their quiet professionalism, and their grasp of detail (without losing sight of the bigger picture). I strongly recommend them for the clear, accurate, and thorough advice and services that they have provided in this practice area.’
‘The team is very professional in dealing with clients. They provide very apt structures, carefully considering clients situation and facts. They are very empathetic to clients’ requirements.’
Work highlights
- Advised a well-known family engaged in the business of packaged food, on creating a family charter to ensure business succession planning and wealth preservation.
India > Banking and finance Tier 3
SNG & PARTNERS’ banking and finance team is experienced in handling domestic and cross-border financing transactions for a plethora of clients, including domestic and international banks and NBFCs. Rajesh Narain Gupta regularly advises clients on transactional and contentious matters and jointly leads the team with Amit Aggarwal, who specialises in the full range of debt transactions. Anju Gandhi is the go-to person for commercial borrowing and institutional loans, while Aditya Vikram Dua specialises in real estate and acquisition financings.Practice head(s):
Rajesh Narain Gupta; Amit Aggarwal
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘SNG & Partners have provided detailed legal documentation necessary for various aspects. The team has highlighted critical aspects which ensure appropriate protection and help in avoiding pitfalls/gaps which might weaken our case in future.’
‘Our touchpoint at SNG & Partners is Anju Gandhi. She has in-depth knowledge and expertise about legal requirements for banking and financial services related requirements. The most important quality we appreciate about Anju is that she will highlight areas in any legal agreement which could have an adverse impact and specify that it is a business decision on whether to accept changes proposed by the other counterparty or refuse.’
Key clients
ICICI Bank Limited
Standard Chartered Bank
IDBI Trusteeship Services Limited
Alfa Bank situated at Kyiv, Ukraine
ICICI Home Finance Company Limited
CSB Bank Limited
Adhikaansh Realtors Private Limited
HDFC Capital Advisors Limited
Piramal Enterprises Limited
National E-Governance Services Ltd
Accretive Cleantech Finance Private Limited
Shapoorji Pallonji Finance Private Limited
Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)
IndusInd Bank Limited
Unity Small Finance Bank Limited
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Limited
IIFL Finance Limited
Work highlights
- Advised ICICI Bank and Axis Trustee Services on the issuance of non-convertible debentures by DLF Cyber City Developers.
- Assisted Standard Chartered Bank and Axis Trustee Services Limited with the issuance of secured, rated, listed, redeemable non-convertible debentures by DLF Cyber City Developers Limited.
- Advised Alfa Bank on a loan extension to a Ukraine-based borrower with an Indian Guarantor/Mortgagor, securing the loan through Mortgage and Guarantee Agreements in compliance with Indian laws.
India > Capital markets Tier 4
SNG & PARTNERS has expertise in capital markets transactions, including IPOs, QIPs and bond issuances, and acts for a diverse range of clients domestically. Along with equity capital markets work, the team also focuses on debt-related mandates, including advising on high-yield and hybrid bonds and the issuance of listed, secured rated, non-convertible debentures. Amit Aggarwal has a notable reputation in equity and debt transactions, while Soumyajit Mitra regularly acts for foreign institutional investors, corporate houses and banks within India.Practice head(s):
Amit Aggarwal
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
RBZ Jewellers Limited
Ugro Capital Limited
MK Ventures Limited
Gulshan Polyols Limited
Department of Investment and Public Asset Management, Ministry of Finance, Government of India
ICICI Bank Limited
Standard Chartered Bank
Axis Trustee Services Limited
IDBI Trusteeship Services Limited
Work highlights
- Advised RBZ Jewellers Limited and the book running lead manager on an initial public offering by way of fresh equity shares of the company.
- Advised Ugro Capital Limited and the lead manager on the qualified institution placement by way of fresh equity shares of the company.
- Advised MKVentures Limited and the lead manager on the rights issuance of the company.
India > Real estate and construction Tier 4
SNG & PARTNERS’s real estate practice renders comprehensive assistance to private equity players, offshore lenders, banks and investors in real estate development projects, advising on township development, commercial and infrastructure projects, and special economic zones. With expertise in banking and finance, Rajesh Narain Gupta continues to routinely advise on real estate transactions, including township, residential and commercial projects, while Munish Upadhyay heads the real estate practice from Delhi, and specialises in due diligence, built-up infrastructure, and large residential and commercial developments, alongside with head of the Mumbai and Bengaluru practice Sadhav Mishra.Practice head(s):
Rajesh Narain Gupta; Munish Upadhyay
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Client needs are given utmost importance and priority.’
‘A firm we go to where all our needs are accommodated in just under one roof.’
Key clients
Shriram Properties Limited
Rare Township Pvt. Ltd.
HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd.
Macrotech Developers Limited (Lodha Group)
Hind Terminal Pvt. Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised Shiram Properties Limited in the acquisition of a real estate project.
- Advised Rare Township Pvt. Ltd. in a RERA litigation.
- Advised HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd. on a project where a portion of land is proposed as a residential project named Kalpataru Avana.
SNG & PARTNERS > Firm Profile
Established in 1961, SNG & Partners (SNG) enjoys a legacy of 60 years in the legal profession. SNG is a full-service law firm with offices in the national capital, New Delhi; financial capital, Mumbai; and IT capital, Bengaluru. The Firm also has an overseas office in Singapore with associations at multiple jurisdictions.
As India continues to be a strong emerging economy; SNG plays a crucial role in helping the country to play an active part in the global legal arena. With its ability to understand the business and with a solutions-based approach, the Firm is a preferred partner for providing legal assistance to banks, financial institutions, investment banks, private equity houses, real estate developers, multinationals, corporate houses, information and technology companies, public sector companies and the Government of India. Enriched with ethics, acumen and integrity and with strong global relationships with overseas clients and law firms, the Firm is well equipped to continue the legacy of SNG. Conscious of clients’ concerns, the Firm is known for its quality, turnaround and a fair fee structure.
The Partners of the Firm have an ability to understand clients’ business and commercial issues and service them with a unique combination of domain expertise and solution-based approach.
In the corporate and commercial law space, the SNG has several big-ticket transactions to its credit including M & A, Private Equity, Capital Markets and FDI for clients in India and overseas.
The firm regularly handles complex structured finance, acquisition finance, structured trade finance, leveraged transactions, debt capital market, construction finance and routine banking transactions for leading banks and financial institutions in the country. In real estate practice, the Firm regularly handles complex due diligence and financing of large real estate projects, logistics & data centres etc. and advises on legal issues relating to land acquisitions, regulatory approval & licenses and financial closure of projects in residential townships, commercial real estate, hospitality, hostels and mixed-use developments.
SNG is actively engaged in matters connected with and under the restructuring, insolvency and bankruptcy laws. SNG is also engaged by clients to carry out legal & regulatory audits in relation to transactions which have gone into dispute or there is a likelihood of potential dispute coming into forey. The clients include secured creditors, committees of creditors, resolution professionals and resolution applicants.
SNG also has a dedicated and formidable commercial litigation practice and arbitration practice that has a presence across all major judicial and quasi-judicial forums.
SNG has a proficient ESG practice and the Firm is competent to advice the financial sector, manufacturing sector, services sector, real estate sector, corporates and individuals on ESG framework including expectations of the regulators in India on BRSR.
SNG is frequently recognised among the top firms of the country for various practice areas including banking & finance, private client practice, M&A, capital markets, real estate, and corporate laws by well-known domestic and international journals and publications like India Business Law Journal, Chambers & Partners, IFLR 1000, Asialaw, the Legal 500, BW Legal World and the very recent inclusions in Benchmark Litigation and Forbes Legal Powerlist.
OFFICES:
MUMBAI
- 9th Floor, Nehru Centre, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400018, India. Tel: +91-22-69215151
- 96, Free Press House, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400021, India. Tel: +91-22-68255151
DELHI
- R-26, Ground Floor, South Extension Part II, New Delhi – 110049, India. Tel: +91-11-46175500
- One Bazar Lane, Bengali Market, New Delhi – 110001, India. Tel: +91-11-43582000
- 13 Babar Road, Bengali Market, New Delhi – 110001, India. Tel: +91-11-43011624
BENGALURU
- 2nd Floor, 15/7, Saraf Towers, Primrose Road, Off M G Road, Ashoka Nagar, Bengaluru 560001, India. Tel: +91-80-46675151
SINGAPORE
- 3 Church Street, #25-01 Samsung Hub, Singapore – 049483. (M): +65 93833585
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
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| Mr. Rajesh Narain Gupta | rng@sngpartners.in |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Amit Aggarwal | Senior Partner and Head of Corporate Practice | View Profile |
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Mr Aditya Vikram Dua | Partner, Mumbai | View Profile |
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Ms Anju Gandhi | Partner, Mumbai | View Profile |
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Mr Sanjay Gupta | Managing Partner – Dispute Resolution | View Profile |
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Mr Sadhav Mishra | Partner, Mumbai | View Profile |
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Mr Soumyajit Mitra | Partner, New Delhi | View Profile |
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Mr Ajay Monga | Partner, New Delhi | View Profile |
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Mr Subrata Mukherjee | Partner, Bengaluru | View Profile |
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Mr Ashok Sathyanathan | Partner, Mumbai | View Profile |
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Mr Munish Upadhyay | Partner, Head of Real Estate Practice, New Delhi | View Profile |