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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : India


Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Rankings

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Banking & Finance - India

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer boasts a long-standing team with an established Indian client base and expertise in cross-border financing. The law firm is regularly instructed by international banks on lending to Indian companies, with an additional focus on acquisition and project financing. It also advises major blue-chip conglomerates on borrowing, while further banking activity includes handling waiver requests and the restructuring of securities. Drawing on significant resources in London, Hong Kong and Singapore, it often advises on transactions between India and Europe.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised Tata Electronics, subsidiary of Tata Sons, on the refinancing of the first phase capacity expansion of a manufacturing facility project intended to manufacture iPhones.

Strengths

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  • They have a great reputation in the Indian market, so it was natural for us to look for someone who understands the thought process of Indian clients.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer are top-notch in every aspect of the matter, from beginning to end.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • India, expertise based abroad in UKDhananjaya Chak
    India, expertise based abroad in UKDhananjaya Chak

    Dhananjaya Chak

    Dhananjaya Chak heads the firm's Indian finance practice and is noted for his experience in advising clients on financing matters, particularly concerning energy infrastructure.

    • Dhananjaya Chak is a very dynamic and solution-oriented lawyer.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Dhananjaya Chak was wonderful to work with. Things were always well explained and the responses to any questions we had were very prompt.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

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