Corporate/M&A

Latham & Watkins is well versed in managing complex investments and M&A work, including work in the technology, e-commerce, oil and gas, and automotive sectors. Clients also benefit from the input of its leading capital markets team. The firm is regularly mandated by leading Indian names and international equity funds on work in the energy and pharmaceutical fields, as well as assisting international corporates with inbound transactions. Its experience also includes large multi-jurisdictional investment and sales, as well as joint ventures. Key clients include Baring Private Equity, Hyundai Motor and SparkCognition.

"Latham have been excellent."

"The Latham & Watkins M&A team is very responsive and the service quality is always consistent, with sufficient partner involvement."

Latham & Watkins advised Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan on its acquisition of a majority stake in Sahyadri Hospitals Group.

Sidharth Bhasin is based in Latham & Watkins' Singapore office and has a large and impressive portfolio of Indian corporate clients, as well as international investors. He is well versed in advising on restructurings, acquisitions, divestments and private equity investments. "Sid is one of the strongest M&A and private equity lawyers I've worked with in the region, and I appreciate his dedication and effective supervision of his associates, as I can always rely on him to deliver the best-quality work product in a timely manner." "He is very sharp and responsive. He is very experienced in South-East Asia and he provides practical advice."