Economic Laws Practice remains a powerhouse in the Indian market due to its extensive dispute resolution offering which covers arbitration proceedings arising from insolvency and bankruptcy, contractual disputes, and criminal allegations, to name a few. Additionally, the group’s cross-border capabilities have attracted an impressive client roster consisting of businesses from the energy, oil and gas, and mining sectors. Naresh Thacker heads up the practice and is highly regarded for his expertise in international arbitration and mediation. He has a particular focus on infrastructure project arbitrations and post-M&A arbitrations and has experience acting before the LCIA and the SIAC. Another standout name in the group is Alok Jain, who specialises in construction disputes and is regularly instructed by trading houses, oil and gas companies, and IT businesses. On the private equity and venture capital disputes front, Ashishchandra Rao is the main contact in the practice.
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Testimonials
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‘The group stands out for being responsive and dynamic, as well as managing disputes proactively.’
‘The team is approachable and proactive in giving updates so that clients are assured that matters are being handled well.’
‘The practice differentiates itself through its approach towards resolving the issues and getting into the depth of the matters to ensure the interest of the client is protected. ELP give the utmost attention to each and every document to lead the client's case to a reasonable conclusion.’
‘The ELP team consists of highly competent and motivated individuals. They all coordinate well as a team and deliver the best.’
‘Alok Jain is a very diligent, hard-working, and sensible individual who leads from the front. He puts in more than 100% to ensure the case is presented in the best possible manner.’
‘Economic Law Practice is one of the formidable law firms in Mumbai offering a one-stop service to its clients. Their team is efficient and result-oriented.’
‘Alok Jain clearly stands out. He has the experience and expertise to deal with disputes in the construction industry, and his understanding and knowledge of technicalities of the disputes is excellent and astonishing.’
Key clients
- ARSS Bus Terminals Pvt. Limited
- Oakwood Management Services India Private Limited
- Indoco Remedies Limited
Work highlights
- Represented ARSS Bus Terminals Pvt. Ltd. in a construction-related dispute.
- Representing Oakwood India in a contractual dispute.
- Representing Indoco Remedies in a contractual dispute.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Alok Jain
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Ria Dalwani
Samarth Saxena
Practice head
Naresh Thacker
Other key lawyers
Alok Jain; Ashishchandra Rao; Ria Dalwani; Samarth Saxena