Headed by Ashish Chandra and Anand Desai, DSK Legal acts for a range of clients in the automotive, paint, textile and plastic industries. The team, in particular, works on anti-dumping matters and bilateral safeguarding duties on imports. The firm has also implemented proactive regulatory updates and legal alerts for clients in this area. Chandra has represented clients in trade remedy investigations, including advising governmental clients on matters in the international market. Working alongside him, Anupal Dasgupta advises on foreign trade policy alongside having experience in cases before the Supreme Court of India.
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Testimonials
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‘Mr. Chandra's International Trade and WTO practice distinguishes itself through a combination of technical depth, policy-level insight, and practical experience navigating both domestic and cross-border trade regulatory frameworks. What sets his team apart is their ability to seamlessly integrate legal strategy with business dynamics.'
- 'They’re easy to work with, practical, commercially minded, and responsive. We’ve always appreciated their flexibility on billing, clear communication on scope, and their commitment to timelines, which really helps when you’re dealing with fast-moving or high-stakes customs and trade issues.’
‘Among the standout professionals, Mr. Ashish Chandra and Mr. Anupal Dasgupta merit special mention. Mr. Chandra combines legal expertise with policy and commercial insight, while Mr. Dasgupta’s consistent engagement and availability at critical moments make him a trusted advisor. The team as a whole shows approachability, rare ownership of the mandates, and attention to detail.’
Key clients
- Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA)
- Apollo Tyres Ltd.
- CEAT Ltd.
- MRF Ltd.
- JK Tyres & Industries Ltd.
- Dorset Industries Pvt. Ltd.
- Indian Paint Association
- Asian Paints
- Berger Paints
- Nerolac Paints
- Leather Cloth and Plastics Manufacturers Association
- Klassik Lamitex
Work highlights
Acting for ATMA in a writ matter before the Delhi High Court challenging, on merits and procedural grounds, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies’ recommendation and subsequent imposition of bilateral safeguard duties on imports of Polybutadiene Rubber from Korea RP.
Representing clients in an anti-dumping investigation.
Representating a client in an anti-dumping investigation concerning Liquid Epoxy Resin imports.
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Practice head
Anand Desai; Ashish Chandra
Other key lawyers
Anupal Dasgupta