Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India
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DSK Legal stands out in India with its exceptional International Trade practice group, comprising top-notch legal practitioners, chartered accountants, and company secretaries with extensive expertise in the field. The practice group caters to the entire gamut of Trade & Customs area which is reflected in the wide variety of work we have undertaken.
Our counsels within this practice group hold remarkable credentials, including representing the Government of India in international trade disputes before the WTO Panel and Appellate Body. Notably, we've led the way in significant proceedings, including India's first Compliance proceedings under Article 21.5 of the DSU and the country's sole Arbitration proceedings under Article 22.6 of the DSU. Moreover, we've provided strategic counsel to various Sovereign governments on WTO policy matters and relevant municipal laws.
In the realm of trade remedies, our practice group has been pivotal in handling intricate and groundbreaking cases. Our legal representation has led to the discontinuation or reduction of anti-dumping duties and safeguard duties in several instances.
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DSK Legal's international trade team in India has significant experience in terms of anti-dumping matters, WTO issues and trade remedies, including disputes and advisory work. The lawyers are able to effectively advise local and international government entities, as well as companies in the commodities and manufacturing sectors, among others. The team is primarily based in Delhi.
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DSK Legals was retained by the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers' Association for a writ matter before the Delhi High Court which challenged the Directorate General of Trade Remedies’ recommendation and subsequent imposition of bilateral safeguard duties on imports of polybutadiene rubber from South Korea under the India-Korea CEPA framework.
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The team's combined expertise is exceptional. The team is accessible, quick to turn around complex matters and consistently provides clear, business-focused advice within tight timelines.
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Ashish combines strong technical knowledge with a very practical, business-minded approach. He has a deep understanding of customs laws and explains complex issues in a way that is easy to act on.
International Trade
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Ashish Chandra
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