Saraf and Partners is well-equipped to advise pharma, retail, and tech businesses on a wide range of domestic and cross-border corporate and M&A mandates, ranging from buy-outs and joint ventures to divestments and disposals. The group is co-led by Mohit Saraf, Bikash Jhawar, and Vikrant Kumar, all of whom share considerable experience handling high-value and high-profile transactions, including M&A, private equity investments, and corporate restructurings. Other key practitioners in the practice include Vaibhav Kakkar and Akshay Jain.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The corporate and M&A practice exemplifies strategic legal counsel at its finest— combining technical precision with commercial acumen to deliver outcomes that are not only legally sound but also business-centric.’

  • ‘What sets this team apart is its ability to manage complexity with clarity. Whether it's cross-border acquisitions, joint ventures, or strategic exits, the lawyers bring a nuanced understanding of deal dynamics, stakeholder interests, and sector-specific sensitivities.’

  • ‘Their advice is not confined to the legal perimeter—it’s embedded in the broader business strategy, helping clients structure deals that are resilient, scalable, and aligned with long-term goals.’

  • ‘The team’s strength lies in its interdisciplinary approach. They work seamlessly with specialists across tax, competition, employment, and regulatory domains to offer integrated solutions. Their ability to bridge legal frameworks with operational realities ensures that transactions are not only closed efficiently but also set up for post-deal success.’

  • ‘The professionals consistently exemplify a rare combination of technical expertise and commercial intelligence. What truly distinguishes them from their peers is not just their command of the law, but their ability to operate as genuine business partners.’

  • ‘They anticipate challenges before they arise, provide strategic and pragmatic solutions, and approach even the most high-pressure situations with composure and a resolute focus on outcomes.’

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Vaibhav Kakkar
Mohit Saraf

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Akshay Jain

Practice head

Mohit Saraf; Bikash Jhawar; Vikrant Kumar

Other key lawyers

Vaibhav Kakkar; Akshay Jain; Snigdhaneel Satpathy; Sahil Arora; Debarpan Ghosh; Navomi Koshy