Corporate/M&A (International Firms)

Assured handling of big-ticket acquisitions and investments into the market, acting for international companies and financial sponsors. Shearman & Sterling also maintains strong relationships with a number of major Indian conglomerates. Experts in private equity investment and disinvestment work, including Series A and early-stage investments. Recently active on mandates between the Middle East and India. Additional expertise include advising on matters relating to joint ventures and restructurings. Key clients include DSP Merrill Lynch and Citigroup Global Markets India.

A source observes: "We're seeing Shearman & Sterling a lot on private equity matters at the moment, which is a robust sector in India."

Shearman & Sterling advised DSP Merrill Lynch in relation to Motherson Sumi Systems’ group restructuring and demerger of its domestic wiring harness business.

Sanjeev Dhuna is a key contact for the firm's India practice.