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Khaitan & Co

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India


Khaitan & Co

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - India

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Khaitan & Co is mandated on some of the country's most cutting-edge litigation, including regular engagements in the Supreme Court. The firm is proficient in international and domestic arbitration and particularly noted for its handling of insolvency matters. It holds further notable capabilities before the National Green Tribunal in environmental regulatory disputes. The practice utilises extensive resources from across its pan-Indian network to provide comprehensive service to its high-end client base, including major corporates, government entities and banks. The team's areas of strength include energy, financial services, competition and construction. It commonly handles matters concerning shareholder disputes, constitutional challenges, and issues of maintainability in the context of arbitration.

Work Highlights

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  • Khaitan & Co acted for Panthera Resources in its USD1.58 billion investment treaty arbitration claim against the Government of India.

Strengths

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  • KCO's deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and practical approach to litigation sets it apart. It anticipates the counterparty's strategies and navigates complex procedural landscapes.

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  • I would rate Khaitan the best in India for their quality, their drafting, their approach to the client and their network of senior advocates.

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  • Their deep understanding of the legal and commercial issues involved, high ownership, as well as their persistence, were key in securing a favourable outcome for the company.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Sanjeev Kapoor
    Band 1Sanjeev Kapoor

    Sanjeev Kapoor

    Sanjeev Kapoor receives plaudits for his extensive disputes practice, regularly appearing before the Supreme Court as well as in domestic and international arbitration. He is especially skilled at advising infrastructure and media clients on high-stakes disputes.
  • Band 2Ajay Bhargava
    Band 2Ajay Bhargava

    Ajay Bhargava

    Ajay Bhargava is based in New Delhi and offers expertise in civil and commercial disputes, including arbitration matters. He demonstrates significant activity on construction, TMT and environmental mandates.
    • Ajay is a good lawyer who has a practical way of working with complexity which clients would value.

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  • Band 2Raj Panchmatia
    Band 2Raj Panchmatia

    Raj Panchmatia

    Raj Panchmatia is based in Mumbai and enjoys a solid reputation as a skilled disputes lawyer with a focus on domestic and international arbitration, with notable experience before the Japanese Commercial Arbitration Association. He is also well versed in infrastructure-related disputes and active in the Supreme Court and various High Courts.

    • Raj is very hands-on and has very good legal understanding.

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  • Band 4Chakrapani Misra
    Band 4Chakrapani Misra

    Chakrapani Misra

    Chakrapani Misra is Mumbai-based and well regarded for his skilled international arbitration practice. He has further experience in the enforcement of foreign awards.
  • Band 4Kingshuk Banerjee
    Band 4Kingshuk Banerjee

    Kingshuk Banerjee

    Kingshuk Banerjee is based in Mumbai and is experienced in domestic and international arbitrations. He has particular expertise in handling commercial and corporate disputes between international parties, including joint venture and shareholder disputes.
    • He is capable of delivering commercial and practical solutions in complex disputes.

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    • Kingshuk is humble, sincere, sharp and cogent.

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