IndusLaw‘s antitrust and competition practice stands out for its extensive experience handling anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominance allegations, and merger control issues, as well as dawn raids, leniency cases, and regulatory compliance. With a breadth of expertise, the group continues to attract new clients from the e-commerce, technology, and shipping sectors, among others. Unnati Agrawal is the main contact in the team and is noted for her aptitude in representing corporates, banks, and financial institutions before the CCI, NCLAT, and Supreme Court in litigation regarding cartel allegations, abuse of dominance, and leniency. She is also adept at advising on M&A transactions from a merger control perspective. Nikita Agarwal joined from AZB & Partners in March 2024.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The IndusLaw competition team is exceptional in providing strategic and insightful advice tailored to client needs.’

  • ‘Owing to their deep expertise and client-centric approach, they have consistently delivered outstanding results for our business.’

  • ‘Unnati’s expertise in competition law has been invaluable to our business. She remains composed under pressure and anticipates client needs with remarkable accuracy. Her dedication and responsiveness make her a trusted and essential partner.’

Key clients

  • Samara Capital Management Limited
  • Independent Sugar Corporation Limited
  • Penetron India Private Limited
  • Paragon Advisor Partners LLP
  • Bharti Airtel Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised and represented Samara Capital Management in filing a notification before the CCI in regards to Zest Holding Investments' acquisition of a controlling stake.
  • Advised and represented Penetron in formulating strategy and filing a reply before the NCLAT against the appeal filed by Apaar Infratech Private Ltd challenging the dismissal order by the CCI in relation to allegations of cartelisation and engaging in anti-competitive conduct.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Other key lawyers

Unnati Agrawal, Avimukt Dar, Nikita Agarwal