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AQUILAW

Corporate/Commercial: Kolkata

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AQUILAW

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Corporate/Commercial: Kolkata - India

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Headquartered in Kolkata, AQUILAW is known for its corporate, real estate, tax and litigation expertise. Specialities include infrastructure, insolvency, labour and intellectual property. The team is particularly noted for government-facing work in West Bengal.

Work Highlights

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  • AQUILAW acted for Tidings Media & Communication in their acquisition of Bengali newspaper Ei Samay from the Times of India Group, with the acquisition structured as a slump sale from Bennett Coleman and Company and its subsidiary, Times Internet.

Strengths

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  • They have a big team that is knowledgeable and focused on client service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Sanjay Basu
    Band 1Sanjay Basu

    Sanjay Basu

    Sanjay Basu is a noted lawyer in the Kolkata market, active on arbitration, litigation and transactional work. His expertise also includes constitutional matters.

  • Band 1Sucharita Basu
    Band 1Sucharita Basu

    Sucharita Basu

    Sucharita Basu retains a solid profile in Kolkata and is a managing partner in the AQUILAW team. She is noted particularly for her expertise in real estate law.

Ranked Individuals at AQUILAW (2)

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