Linklaters LLP maintains a strong position in the Indian market, representing international and domestic clients on a variety of matters including banking, capital markets, corporate, and disputes resolution. Amit Singh heads the India group and advises on a full range of debt and equity matters, while Philip Badge leads the banking practice and advises on finance acquisitions, loans and finance arrangements. Andrew Battisson leads the international arbitration team and has experience in investment treaty and commercial arbitrations. Sushil Jacob has in-depth expertise in cross-border acquisitions and joint ventures, while Sayak Maity has a varied practice advising on technology, e-commerce and infrastructure.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

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  • ‘The India-focused financing team is a heavy hitter in the space. The team has responsive partners, and good bench strength making them the first port of call for most complex deals involving India.’

  • ‘Rahul Chatterjee has been a wonderful addition to the team. Rahul's ability to find the right balance in stressful transactions and guiding clients to a position that is feasible for them stands in stark contrast.'

  • 'Sayak Maity is detail oriented and thinks holistically. He is very commercial in his assessment of the situation and provides viable solutions. A dependable and safe pair of hands you can rely on and trust to handle matters effectively.'

  • 'Linklaters assisted us on several key projects in India. They have always been very attentive with round-the-clock availability. They have provided thoughtful solutions on various situations, and we trust and rely on their advice.'
  • 'Ability to provide solutions across multiple jurisdictions and governing laws coupled with an experienced team which has strong domain expertise across different type of financings is a unique strength.'
  • 'Even if they are not directly present in a jurisdiction or do not possess any local law specific knowledge, they are able to use their contacts and deliver us a solution.'
  • 'Rahul Chatterjee has a problem-solving approach and tries to come up with solutions that help protect lenders' interest but also is palatable for a sponsor.'

Key clients

  • Biocon Biologics Limited
  • Vedanta Resources Limited, Vedanta Limited
  • Samvardhana Motherson International Limited
  • Continuum Green Energy Limited
  • Bharti Global
  • Standard Chartered Bank
  • Barclays Bank PLC
  • DBS Bank Ltd.
  • ReNew Energy Global PLC
  • ORIX Corporation
  • Proximus NV
  • Cc/Devas (Mauritius) Ltd

Work highlights

Advised Bharti Global, the international investment arm of Bharti Enterprises, on its acquisition of a c.24.5% interest in BT Group plc from Altice UK S à.r.l. for £3.2 billion pounds.
Advised Biocon Biologics Limited in connection with its maiden issuance of US$800m 6.67% senior secured notes due 2029 through its subsidiary, Biocon Biologics Global plc.

Practice head

Amit Singh; Phil Badge; Andrew Battisson; Sushil Jacob; Sayak Maity

Other key lawyers

Rahul Chatterji