Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - India
What the team is known for
Herbert Smith Freehills has an acclaimed practice for cross-border mergers, joint ventures and asset restructuring work. Distinguished in the energy, infrastructure and pharmaceutical sectors, it remains a go-to for many leading Indian conglomerates. The team also acts for a number of significant international clients including banks, private equity funds and corporates. It demonstrates notable expertise in handling investments and acquisitions related to major projects. HSF handles matters across a broad geographic spread, including Australia, Europe and Africa. Key clients include Bharti Group, GIC and Airtel Africa.
Strengths
"They have decades-long experience in working very closely with Indian corporate clients and India-based MNCs across a variety of sectors in high-value, complex transactions."
"Their ability to identify complex issues and then simplify such issues for our consumption helps the legal and business teams a lot to navigate these issues and make decisions."
Work highlights
Herbert Smith Freehills advised OneWeb on a merger with Eutelsat Communications which brings the total value of the entity to USD7 billion.
Notable practitioners
Chris Parsons is chair of Herbert Smith Freehills' India group and boasts a career of nearly four decades in the M&A market. He is based in London and offers advice on high-profile cross-border corporate transactions. "Chris, the original 'rock-star' of the India practice, continues to provide an excellent port of call for clients." "He is a key contact for us and always available."
Alan Montgomery enjoys a strong reputation for his cross-border M&A practice and advises on a range of transactions from his base in Herbert Smith Freehills' London office, with a particular focus on the pharmaceutical industry. "I would rate Alan very highly for the sheer breadth and depth of experience he brings in, especially to the life sciences practice area and India-related aspects." "He is very proactive and aware of our requirements."
Roddy Martin works from the Herbert Smith Freehills London office and has significant experience advising on both inbound and outbound mergers and acquisitions. He advises on a spectrum of matters and is a popular choice of counsel for multinational corporate clients.
