Department profile
Poovayya & Co

Employment

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India


Poovayya & Co

About

Provided by Poovayya & Co

Poovayya & Co.'s Employment Law practice provides comprehensive legal and strategic advice on the full spectrum of workplace and labour law matters. The team advises domestic and international clients across diverse industries on employment contracts, workplace policies, executive hiring and exits, workforce restructuring, disciplinary proceedings, employee transfers, compensation and benefits, industrial relations, and regulatory compliance. Combining legal expertise with a practical understanding of business priorities, the practice helps clients effectively manage workforce-related risks while ensuring compliance with India's evolving employment laws.

The team regularly assists employers in navigating complex employment disputes, internal investigations, workplace misconduct, discrimination and harassment matters, and litigation before courts, labour authorities, and tribunals. It also supports clients through mergers, acquisitions, and business reorganisations by advising on employment due diligence, workforce integration, and the transfer of employees.

Known for its commercially focused and client-centric approach, the practice develops tailored solutions that balance legal compliance with operational efficiency. Through proactive risk management, strategic advisory services, and effective representation, the Employment Law team enables clients to build resilient workplaces, address evolving regulatory challenges, and achieve practical, business-oriented outcomes.

Chambers Review

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Employment - India

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

The Bengaluru-headquartered Poovayya & Co's employment law practice maintains a strong South Indian presence, engaged for compliance issues, the preparation of employment documentation and employee hires and exits. The firm possesses additional experience in matters relating to the transfer of employees.

Notable practitioners

Siddhartha George is a key contact for clients.

Strengths

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  • The Poovayya & Co team are diverse and have personnel at different levels to help different needs.

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  • The lawyers handling our matters are all well versed in the subject matter and confidently present their analysis in an easy-to-understand manner.

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Members

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  • Siddhartha George

  • Anjali Menon

  • Dharani Polavaram

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