Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : India
Band 1
Email address
[email protected]Contact number
+91 80 4339 7000Chambers Review
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
- Khaitan & Co represented Samsung Heavy Industries against a private MSME entity in a dispute relating to the accommodation work barge for an FPSO in Indian waters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They exhibited a deep understanding of both the legal intricacies and the broader implications of the case, which undoubtedly contributed to the successful outcome."
"They always add value to our discussions with the Senior Counsel by bringing in unique perspectives."
"They exhibited a deep understanding of both the legal intricacies and the broader implications of the case, which undoubtedly contributed to the successful outcome."
"They always add value to our discussions with the Senior Counsel by bringing in unique perspectives."
Notable Practitioners
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.
"Sanjeev is a very good lawyer."
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 an experienced lawyer. He understands the needs of the client as well as the complexity involved in any dispute."
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 an excellent lawyer to work with."
Chakrapani Misra is Mumbai-based and well regarded for his skilled international arbitration practice. He has further experience in the enforcement of foreign awards.
"Chakrapani is very competent and well versed with current changes."
"He is a great resource."
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.
Ranked Lawyers at
Khaitan & Co
India