Baker McKenzie LLP
Drawing from the firm’s large international network of offices, Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow’s India practice is a one-stop shop for global clients operating in India. Acting for a diverse roster of clients, including major Indian corporations and large multinationals operating in the Indian markets, the team’s key areas of strength include M&A, capital markets, trade, tax, and contentious work. Singapore-based principal Ashok Lalwani leads the India team and is also the head of the firm’s broader Asia Pacific capital markets practice. Other key names in Singapore include the ‘very knowledgeable’ banking and finance specialist Kah Chin Chu and the ‘stand-out’ Kunal Katre, who is recommended for his advice concerning syndicated loans, acquisition financing, and private equity matters, where Emmanuel Hadjidakis is another key figure.
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Testimonials
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- 'Baker McKenzie has the perfect mix of international knowledge and India experience. Their global footprint and in-depth sector as well as practice-specific expertise enables them to provide an unmatched service offering which makes them stand out as a reliable and top-choice law firm for clients seeking comprehensive and effective legal counsel.'
- 'The team at Baker comes with strong sector-specific knowledge and understanding and has the experience of working on some of the largest deals with an India focus. Their attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work makes them stand out amongst their peers. They provide tailored solutions to meet individual client needs while handling complex cross-border transactions.'
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Key clients
- CTBC Bank
- Mizuho Bank
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Work highlights
- Acting for Bank of Baroda (an Indian state-owned bank) in relation to proceedings in England and the Abu Dhabi Global Market brought by the administrators of NMC Health plc and two of its subsidiaries against the bank and two former directors of NMC Health plc.
- Advised Jain Irrigation Systems Limited, an Indian multinational company, on the merger of its international irrigation business with Temasek-owned Rivulis Pte. Ltd to create a global irrigation and climate leader.
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