Banking & Finance - India
What the team is known for
Samvad Partners is recognised for its work in project finance, including a track record of advising both lenders and borrowers on deals in India. The firm often handles financing in the infrastructure and energy spaces, including in relation to renewable energy. The lawyers are experienced in ECBs, rupee term loans and refinancing. Samvad Partners is especially well placed to advise non-bank financial companies on lending transactions and regulatory issues. Samvad Partners' offices are situated in key locations across India, with an esteemed client base of Indian banks. Key clients include Trifecta Capital VDF Management and HDFC Bank.
Work highlights
Samvad Partners advised HDFC Bank on drafting its transaction documents for certain facilities provided to Ghodawat Consumer so it could refinance its existing debt.
Notable practitioners
Vineetha MG is a partner at Samvad Partners and is based in its Mumbai office. Her work encompasses a range of term loans, credit facilities and other financing structures, which are formulated for various acquisitions and projects. "Vineetha is very good at simplifying complicated issues, can come up with easy resolutions and has good negotiation skills."