Praised as a ‘one stop shop for all legal work in relation to projects and energy’, Saraf and Partners regularly assists with contractual, regulatory, and transactional matters, with particular strength in power projects spanning conventional, renewable, and emerging technologies. Mohit Saraf and Avirup Nag co-lead the practice, with the former noted for his skill in handling oil and gas and power projects, and the latter for his ’unparalleled' knowledge of renewable energy assets. Abir Lal Dey is reputed for his proficiency in project finance and acts for a strong roster of financial institutions and multinational lenders. Satyadarshi Kuna provides further finance expertise, and Ankit Sahoo handles M&A and PE transactions.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Accolades

Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘One of the best firms in Project and Energy in India.'

  • ‘The team, although small, compromises of extremely bright and intelligent lawyers who always have very practical solutions, be it in relation to legal problems or business/commercial.'

  • 'Unlike many other firms, this team will from time to time include other lawyers from the firm who have expertise in a particular area, ensuring that the client always receives the best advice.'

  • 'The projects and energy team at Saraf and Partners is a one stop shop for all legal work in relation to projects and energy which includes private equity, investment, mergers and acquisitions, project financings, development contracts such as EPC, O&M, PPA, etc. and land acquisition.'

  • ‘Avirup Nag is an outstanding lawyer. Avirup ensures his presence through the transaction and follows a very hands-on approach. Avirup's knowledge of the projects space, especially the renewable energy sector is unparalleled.'

  • ‘Timely execution, expert knowledge, supportive team.'

Key clients

  • AMPIN Energy Transition Private Limited
  • Crystal Crop Protection Limited
  • IB Vogt (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
  • IB Vogt India Private Limited
  • August Energy Investment Co Pte. Ltd.
  • Arcelor Mittal Renewables India Private Limited
  • Blueleaf Energy Renewables Private Limited
  • Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal Private Limited
  • National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
  • JM Baxi Group

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

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

Avirup Nag

Practice head

Mohit Saraf; Avirup Nag

Other key lawyers

Abir Lal Dey; Satadru Goswami; Satyadarshi Kunal; Ankit Sahoo