Department profile
Khaitan & Co

Employment

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India


Khaitan & Co

Rankings

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Employment - India

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Khaitan & Co fields an employment, labour and benefits practice that is well-equipped to support the firm's domestic and international corporate clients. The firm's employment team handles a variety of complex issues such as the exit of key employees, disputes with trade unions and disciplinary proceedings. The team also advises on drafting employment policies as well as employee transfers and employee incentive plans.

Work Highlights

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  • Khaitan & Co advised Barclays Bank UK on the employment aspects of its USD854 million purchase of Tesco Personal Finance's banking business.

Strengths

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  • The employment team at Khaitan & Co is dedicated, transparent and accountable. The firm's work ethic is superb.

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  • Khaitan & Co is highly strategic and farsighted in its approach, providing well-rounded legal insights that anticipate future regulatory and business challenges.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Avik Biswas
    Band 1Avik Biswas

    Avik Biswas

    Avik Biswas is based in Bengaluru, where he handles the full range of complex employment issues, such as whistleblower complaints, nationwide workforce restructuring and litigation. He also stands out for his international clientele and will often advise on their operations in India.
    • He is an excellent partner who not only provides subject matter advice but also understands the nitty-gritty of every business need and renders professional services.

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    • Avik Biswas is a great individual and lawyer, who is very reliable, knowledgeable and there to fight when needed.

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  • Band 3Anshul Prakash
    Band 3Anshul Prakash

    Anshul Prakash

    Anshul Prakash is based in Mumbai and assists with compliance matters and a wide range of business activities such as workforce reorganisation and employee exits.
    • He is solution-driven, very proactive and has excellent knowledge.

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    • Anshul Prakash is an expert in the field of employment law and has an ability to advise on various complex issues with practical solutions.

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  • Band 4Vaibhav Bhardwaj
    Band 4Vaibhav Bhardwaj

    Vaibhav Bhardwaj

    Vaibhav Bhardwaj provides advice and assistance on matters such as preparation of employment documentations and other internal employment policies, as well as the labour aspects of mergers.

    • Vaibhav Bhardwaj provides clear, pragmatic advice and knows our business well.

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    • He is a knowledgeable and reliable lawyer.

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  • Band 4Vinay Joy
    Band 4Vinay Joy

    Vinay Joy

    Vinay Joy is a Bengaluru-based partner at the firm. He boasts a broad practice which spans labour and employment law audit advice to internal harassment investigation.

    • Vinay Joy brings options to the table and listens to how we work and understands us. And he customises his solutions to suit us and our organisation.

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    • He has a clear understanding of the risk standards and the approach that is suitable for the client and provides very clear and tailor-made advice.

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