Nishith Desai Associates
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Described by clients as a ‘dedicated team with a good mix of experience and a client-centric approach,’ Nishith Desai Associates is a trusted advisor for financial services, healthcare, and energy businesses seeking assistance with corporate mandates. The practice draws on the firm’s wider tax expertise to provide a multidisciplinary offering, which encompasses domestic and cross-border M&A, takeovers, and joint ventures, as well as regulatory compliance, investments, and general corporate advice. Viral Mehta — who joined from S&R Associates in September 2024 — co-heads the Mumbai team alongside Nishchal Joshipura, while in Bangalore, Huzefa Tavawalla spearheads the group. Mehta is noted for his expertise in M&A, foreign investments, and privatisations, and Joshipura is sought after by strategic acquirers and sovereign wealth funds to advise on multijurisdictional M&A.
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Testimonials
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‘Dedicated team with a good mix of experience and a client-centric approach.’
‘Viral Mehta and Nishchal Joshipura stand out for their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters, and to break down complex issues.’
Key clients
- NCIF II Lux. S.a.r.l
- Affirma Capital
Work highlights
Advised Medi Assist Insurance TPA Private Limited on its proposed 100% acquisition of Paramount Health Services.