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JSA

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

Global Guide 2026 : India


JSA

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - India

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

The high-quality legal team at JSA in India assists domestic and global companies, in addition to public sector institutions, across the whole gamut of corporate transactions, especially from its offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru. The firm is respected for its work advising on mergers and acquisitions, demergers, divestments and the restructuring of listed and unlisted entities. The team has significant experience in the structuring of investment vehicles, the establishment of subsidiaries and joint ventures, and the obtaining of regulatory approvals. JSA boasts of significant full service capabilities with particular strength in competition and regulation as well as expertise advising on the employment elements of corporate transactions. Its proficiency in sector-specific transactions are bolstered by its impressive TMT, real estate and projects and infrastructure practices.

Work Highlights

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  • JSA acted for EQT on the India leg of its acquisition of Perficient.

Strengths

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  • JSA has an astute understanding of commercial implications of decisions. They are unparalleled balancing legal and commercial considerations, with the intent to bring agreements over the line.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
  • They were able to provide very professional, clear, and prompt assistance with the India portion of a highly complex and protracted M&A transaction and subsequent integration.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
  • The firm's strength is their depth and breadth of legal expertise in M&A. They have an exceptional team, focused on problem-solving, client centricity and reliability.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Vivek Chandy
    Band 1Vivek Chandy

    Vivek Chandy

    Vivek Chandy in Bengaluru represents both buyers and sellers in various acquisitions, investments and vendor diligence assessments. He is an experienced lawyer who is noted for his appreciable involvement in real estate deals.
    • He is fantastic.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • Vivek is an excellent counsel.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • He has a profound sense for his client‘s needs.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Vikram Raghani
    Band 2Vikram Raghani

    Vikram Raghani

    Vikram Raghani in Mumbai is recognised for his work in the M&A field including on significant investments and sales of equity. He is active in sectors such as technology and telecoms.

    • He is one of the best professional for M&A projects.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • Vikram’s ability to handle difficult, complex transactions while maintaining commercial awareness makes him effective and sought-after professional.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • Vikram is one of the most highly-rated legal professionals in India.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Sidharrth Shankar
    Band 3Sidharrth Shankar

    Sidharrth Shankar

    Sidharrth Shankar is based in New Delhi and assists corporates with cross-border acquisitions and domestic M&A in sectors that include consumer goods and manufacturing.
    • Sid is very responsive and ensures our needs for the transaction are met.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • Siddarth provides timely, commercial and responsive feedback.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • Sidharrth is a highly reputed expert in corporate/M&A and private equity.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentGlobal

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