Counting an array of financial investors among its key clients, Talwar Thakore & Associates comes recommended for its ‘deep knowledge of the private equity industry’ as well as its ’professional, constructive approach’. Key contact Gautam Saha‘s wide-ranging experience includes debt and equity financing, project finance and private equity investments, among other issues, while Sachin Mehta is well-versed in matters arising from the telecoms and tech sectors. Another name to note is Amrita Patnaik, who excels at cross-border transactions and South Asian investments.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘TT&A's deep knowledge of the private equity industry and their professional, constructive approach to transactions were key capabilities that we valued in working with them.’

  • ‘Sachin Mehta demonstrated strong industry expertise that allowed them to provide strategic guidance and navigate the deal effectively. His extensive experience working with private equity firms and promoters gave him a unique perspective and ability to anticipate issues before they arose.’

Key clients

  • Brookfield Infrastructure
  • West bridge
  • National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (“NIIF”)
  • Peak XV
  • Courtside Ventures
  • Griffin Gaming Partners
  • L Catterton Asia
  • Norfund
  • A 91
  • I Squared Capital
  • Goldman Sachs
  • AMP Capital
  • Chiratae Ventures
  • RPS Ventures
  • ValueQuest Capital LLP
  • Gateway Capital
  • Macquarie

Work highlights

  • Advised Brookfield Infrastructure in relation to investment by Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) to expand Brookfield's joint venture with Digital Realty.
  • Advised Genus Power Infrastructures Ltd on setting up a new platform in Singapore to fund smart metering projects with an affiliate of Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC, at an initial commitment of approximately $2bn.
  • Represented Courtside Ventures and Griffin Gaming Partners in relation to their acquisition of a minority stake in Greenhorn Wellness Private Ltd (the entity behind the Eloelo app), as part of a $22m pre-Series B round, which also saw participation of other existing and new investors.

Other key lawyers

Gautam Saha, Sachin Mehta, Amrita Patnaik