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Capital Markets - India
What the Team is Known For
Khaitan & Co has a dedicated team of capital markets lawyers in India, held in high regard for its work advising on a range of offerings. The team is able to handle novel DCM matters including high-yield bonds, as well as ECM engagements such as IPOs and QIPs. The firm acts for well-known domestic and international investment banks, financial institutions and public sector organisations, as well as corporates from a range of sectors.
Strengths
The ability to turn around the task in a short span of time distinguishes the firm from others. Also noteworthy is their solution-oriented approach and the experience they carry in their domain.
Their excellent communication and attentiveness to commercial goals, which have allowed us to test different strategies, combined with a wealth of experience and a deep knowledge, set them apart.
Work Highlights
Khaitan & Co advised Samvardhana Motherson International on its qualified institutions placement, involving the issuance of equity shares and compulsorily convertible debentures, amounting to approximately INR64.4 billion.
Notable practitioners
Abhimanyu is very hands-on. He spends a lot of time structuring deals and really knows his regulatory stuff. He is on top of things.
She always adopts a solution-based approach, combined with the ability to deliver the outcome within timelines.
Manish is knowledgeable, approachable, responsive and solution-oriented.
He is very customer- and solution-focused.
Once engaged on a matter, I have full comfort that he will personally engage on key issues and communicate reliably, while directing his team effectively and efficiently.
Gautham has consistently delivered quality execution, backed by a practical and commercial-focused mindset and sound legal rationale.
Thomas George's practice encompasses all aspects of ECM work, including initial public offerings and rights issues.

