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S&R Associates

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India


S&R Associates

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - India

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
S&R Associates has an established team of lawyers in India, providing high-quality transactional support for both domestic and global clients in fields such as aviation, TMT and finance. The M&A team is singled out for its expertise assisting major banks, asset managers and corporations in foreign direct investment, venture capital and private equity transactions. The firm is based in New Delhi and Mumbai and counts major domestic institutions as well as MNCs among its clients.

Work Highlights

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  • S&R Associates advised Groupe ADP on the merger of GMR Airports with GMR Airports Infrastructure.

Strengths

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  • They have fast responses and an international mindset. They have a good track record to support in complicated deals.

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  • The team was very methodical in its approach to understanding the issues. The drafting was also something we were most impressed with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Rajat Sethi
    Band 1Rajat Sethi

    Rajat Sethi

    Rajat Sethi handles inbound investments and cross-border acquisitions on behalf of both buyers and sellers from S&R Associates' Mumbai office.
    • Rajat is great at leading a transaction and proactively dealing with the larger issues.

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    • His presence in any deal is sought after, and he is a reliable and dependable business partner whom we would want to have on our side.

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    • He is one of the best in India.

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  • Band 3Sanjeev Adlakha
    Band 3Sanjeev Adlakha

    Sanjeev Adlakha

    Sanjeev Adlakha is a partner in S&R's New Delhi office. Much of his activity concerns representing domestic companies in acquisitions and sales, with notable experience handling retail and manufacturing deals.
    • His ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner was greatly appreciated. The proactive approach to communication helped to alleviate our concerns and build trust.

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