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Atul Sharma (Executive Chairman), Nusrat Hassan (Managing Partner) and Anand Srivastava (Managing Partner)
Number of partners: 50+
Number of lawyers: 250+
Languages: English, Hindi
Established in 1999, Dentons Link Legal is a full service corporate and commercial law firm with over 50 partners and 250 lawyers across multiple practice areas. With offices across all major Indian cities and access to more than 160 offices in more than 80 countries of Dentons’ combination firms across the world, Dentons Link Legal is equipped to assist you in achieving your business objectives with the help of a team of experienced, well trained and qualified lawyers.
Dentons and Link Legal launch combination in India
Link Legal launched its previously announced combination with global law firm Dentons and is now Dentons Link Legal. The launch of our combination will help our clients to navigate change in India and in 160 locations across 80 countries.
This combination will allow Link Legal to be both local and global, enabling greater connections for clients with leading legal talent around the world while continuing to be wholly owned, controlled and managed by the Indian lawyers at Link Legal in India. Dentons Link Legal Indian lawyers shall represent clients within India, and Dentons lawyers would represent Link Legal’s clients outside of India, becoming one firm consistent with the rules and regulations of India.
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Corporate
Be it incorporation of a company in India (or any other form of business) or seeking approvals for foreign investment into the company, if you are contemplating private equity investment into a company or undertaking a merger and acquisition deal, or seeking regular corporate advisory on any matter, we will work with you to provide the best advice and support in undertaking the required transaction within the requisite timelines.
Projects, Infrastructure and Energy
Consistently ranked as a top tier Firm in Projects, Infrastructure and Energy by Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific, we have been the trusted advisor for various developers and contractors undertaking projects in varied infrastructure sectors such as Airports (domestic & international), Ports, Railways (including Metro Rails), Roads, Aviation, Water and Waste Management, Energy (Renewable and Non Renewable), Automotives, Industrial Corridors and Smart Cities, etc. We provide project advisory services, including project conceptualisation, structuring, risk analysis, contracting, bankability and related areas to our clients in different sectors.
Projects, Claims and Disputes Management
We provide support to our Clients even after the execution of the contract, during Project implementation phase, in Contract & Claims Management wherein we advise on all project related contractual issues during construction and/ or operations, covering all major sectors including transport infrastructure (airports and aviation, ports, roads and metro rail), water and waste management, power and real estate.
Project Finance
Be it as a Lenders Legal Counsel or Borrower’s Counsel, we regularly advise on bankability and financing of projects. We are ranked No #2 for two consecutive years in Asia (excluding Japan) and Australasia in Project Finance League Table – Dealogic Rankings (January 1- December 31, 2016) and (January 1- December 31, 2017) by virtue of having acted on a record number of 66 deals worth over USD 5524 million during the above period. We are empanelled with most of the public sector and private banks in India and advise them regularly on various financing transactions.
Disputes
We help you resolve matters and protect your business interests – through mediation, arbitration and the Courts.
Providing focused and business-driven advice
We have extensive experience of advising clients on complex matters pertaining to infrastructure, private equity, mergers & acquisitions, exchange control & foreign investments, project financing, litigation, arbitration & mediation, labour & employment, policy & regulatory, real estate and contract management in diverse sectors including airports, metro rail and urban transport, roads, ports, real estate, power, aviation, water, waste management, media, information technology, telecommunications, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, mining, insurance and banking. We also provide assistance in formulating and implementing entry strategies. The Firm is involved in headline transactions, advising clients on most complex matters and disputes in diverse practice areas and sectors. With a pan India presence, we service a wide clientele including some of India’s leading corporate groups, public sector undertakings, public sector & private banks, and multinationals across jurisdictions of the United States of America, Europe, MENA and Asia.
- Banking and Finance
- Employment and Labor
- Exchange Control and Foreign Investment
- Family Office & High Net Worth
- General Corporate and Commercial
- Intellectual Property and Technology
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- M&A, Joint Ventures and Private Equity
- Project Contracts and Claims Management
- Projects, Infrastructure and Energy
- Real Estate
- Restructuring and Insolvency
- Capital Markets
- Shipping and International Trade
- Statutory Risk Management Programme
Industry sectors
- Admiralty and Maritime
- Aviation and Aerospace
- Defense
- Engineering and Construction
- Hospitality and Leisure
- Insurance
- Lifesciences and Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Technology, Media and Telecommunications
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Dentons Link Legal Secures Supreme Court Ruling on Extension of Arbitration Agreements by Conduct
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to share a significant ruling of the Bombay High Court, affirmed by the Supreme Court of India, in the case of Raymond Limited v. Miltex Apparels & Ors., settling the law on the extension of arbitration agreements by conduct of parties under Section 7 of the Arbitration
Financing of Bhilwara Energy Storage and Solutions Private Limited by State Bank of India
Dentons Link Legal has acted as legal counsel to State Bank of India (“SBI”) on providing financial assistance to Bhilwara Energy Storage and Solutions Private Limited (“Borrower”) for part financing the cost of establishing a 100 MW/200MW per hour battery energy storage system project for GUVNL
Financing of a large real estate developer by Punjab National Bank.
Dentons Link Legal has acted as legal counsel to Punjab National Bank (“PNB”) on providing financial assistance to a large real estate developer in India for, inter alia, refinancing the existing lease rental discounting facility for an amount aggregating to approximately INR 24.9 billion
Keyword Advertising And Trademark Liability: DHC's Ruling in Hindware Ltd. v. Google
In Hindware Ltd. v. Grohe India Pvt. Ltd. & Ors. CS(COMM) 591/2017, the Delhi High Court has ordered Google to pay damages of ₹30 lakh to the complainant, Hindware Ltd., for allowing third-party advertisers to use the complainant's registered trademark “HINDWARE” as a keyword in its Google Ads....
90 Days to Arbitrate: A Critical Study of Section 9 of the Arbitration Act
Interim reliefs play a critical role in protecting those parties’ rights who seek to resolve their disputes through arbitration. Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996......
DLL Represents Ace Aviation in INR 568 Crore Acquisition of Jet Airways Boeing 777 Aircraft
Malta-based Ace Aviation, was declared as the highest bidders for two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft previously owned by Jet Airways (India) Ltd. pursuant to a competitive auction process initiated by the Liquidator of Jet Airways (India) Ltd as part of the liquidation process
Dentons Link Legal Advises on ₹ 34,999.99 Lakhs QIP by KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration Limited
Dentons Link Legal acted as the placement counsel and advised KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration Limited and IIFL Capital Services Limited and ICICI Securities Limited, in relation to the placement of the equity shares of the Company to institutional investors.
Dentons Link Legal Secures Significant Delhi High Court Ruling on Cyber Fraud and Banking Liability
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to share a significant ruling of the Delhi High Court passed in the case of State Bank of India v. Hare Ram Singh & Anr., concerning the burden of liability in unauthorized electronic banking and cyber fraud transactions.
Dentons Link Legal Secures Interim Relief for Tea Post Limited Before NCLAT
Dentons Link Legal successfully represented its client, Tea Post Limited, in proceedings before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi
Can the Enforcement Directorate attach clean, inherited or pre-offence assets merely because they match the value of alleged proceeds of crime? Courts continue to give conflicting answers........
Income-tax NOC in M&A Transactions: Practical Considerations
In any M&A transaction involving Indian companies, considering whether to impose an obligation on the seller to obtain a No-Objection Certificate from the Indian income tax authorities under section 499 of the IT Act, 2025 is often a key issue from a deal execution and risk allocation perspective.
Dentons Link Legal Bolsters its Banking and Finance Practice with Aishwarya Samanta
Dentons Link Legal has strengthened its Banking & Finance and Projects practice with the appointment of Aishwarya Samanta as an Associate Partner in its Delhi office.
Digitizing Justice: Grievance Redressal for Platform-Based Gig Workers in Karnataka
India’s platform-based gig economy has expanded rapidly, with millions earning through app-based and digital platforms while remaining outside traditional labor law protections. As per NITI Aayog (2022), the workforce is projected to grow from 7.7 million in 2020–21 to 23.5 million by 2029–30.
Wages, Welfare and Writ Jurisdiction
Wages, Welfare and Writ Jurisdiction: What Teekay Shipping v. Union of India Means for the Maritime Industry Writ Petition No. 135 of 2018- High Court of Judicature at Bombay Date of Judgement: March 24, 2026
Trademark Enforcement and Public Interest in Pharmaceutical Disputes: DHC's Approach in Novo Nordisk
Trademark Enforcement and Public Interest in Pharmaceutical Disputes: The Delhi High Court’s Approach in Novo Nordisk A/S v. Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
Defensive Set-Off is permissible even after approval of a Resolution Plan
The Hon’ble Supreme Court’s decision in Ujaas Energy Ltd. v. West Bengal Power Development Corporation Ltd., Civil Appeal No. 3619 of 2026, decided on 20 March 2026, is an important pronouncement at the intersection of Insolvency Law and Arbitration.
In “Fraud” Determination, No Right Of Personal Hearing But Sc Ensures Right To Audit Reports
The Hon’ble Supreme Court has recently on 7th April 2026 clarified the scope of procedural safeguards available to borrowers before their accounts are classified as “fraud” under the Reserve Bank of India (Frauds Classification and Reporting by Commercial Banks and Select FIs) Directions, 2016.
Evolving Landscape for Transfer Pricing in India
The Indian Transfer Pricing (“TP”) landscape is undergoing a significant shift. The transition to a new legislative framework signals a move toward administrative modernization, enhanced compliances, reduced litigation and ease of doing business.
Lessons for the IT Industry: Strengthening Workplace Safety and Trust
Recent media reported incidents of workplace sexual harassment across parts of the Indian IT ecosystem-including cases reported in delivery centres in cities like Nashik and Pune-serve as an important moment of reflection for the industry as a whole.
Gun-Jumping and M&A: Recent Trends & Takeaways
Under the Act, an act of gun-jumping can lead to serious consequences in terms of significant penalties under Section 43A and reputational risks.
Dentons represented JSW Energy before the Supreme Court on wind power GBI issues.
Dentons Link Legal represented JSW Energy before the Supreme Court of India in a matter concerning the Generation Based Incentive framework for wind power developers.
Dentons advised BRLMs IDBI Capital and SBI Capital on CMPDI’s proposed IPO
Dentons Link Legal advised the Book Running Lead Managers, IDBI Capital Markets & Securities Limited and SBI Capital Markets Limited, in connection with the proposed initial public offering of equity shares of Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India.
Dentons advised the Offer in Innovision’s IPO: ₹2,550 mn fresh issue and OFS of 1.24 mn shares.
Dentons Link Legal acted as the counsel to the Offer in connection with the initial public offering of Innovision Limited, comprising a fresh issue of ₹2,550.00 million and an offer for sale of up to 1,238,000 equity shares by the Promoter Selling Shareholders.
Solid Waste Management Projects
Practical Legal Issues in Implementation – An analysis of the Contractual Structure and Roadblocks on the Path to Financial Close. A Jurisdiction-Neutral Concise Perspective.
Adoption, Equality and Motherhood: Observations on Hamsaanandini Nanduri v Union of India
On 17 March 2026, the Supreme Court of India (“Court”) in Hamsaanandini Nanduri v Union of India [1] delivered a significant judgment on maternity protection for adoptive mothers.
Dentons Link Legal Represents HDFC Bank as SC Stays Same-Day Auction Ordered by Allahabad High Court
The Supreme Court on 25 March 2026 stayed auction scheduled for 12 noon the same day in a plea moved by HDFC Bank against an order of the Allahabad High Court. The case, HDFC Bank Ltd. v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors., SLP (C) No. 11285 of 2026, arises out of the High Court’s order dated 20.03.2026
DLL Secures Order for Consolidation of SVIL CIRP with Its Holding Company Proceedings
In a significant judgment, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Mumbai, approved the consolidation of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) for Securevalue India Limited (SVIL), a 100% wholly owned subsidiary, with that of its holding company, AGS Transact Technologies Limited.
Standstill in Running Waters: Overview of the Impact of the Strait of Hormuz Closure on India
The Strait of Hormuz (“Hormuz”) is one of the world’s most significant shipping routes and oil chokepoint. The rapid escalation of the conflict in West Asia, has resulted in the closure of Hormuz by Iran as a means to retaliate and apply pressure on global oil supplies.
India's Regulatory Response to the Strait of Hormuz Crisis: All Hands on Deck
The Directorate General of Shipping (“DGS”) issued a series of circulars and press release containing advisory for Indian Flag Vessels and Indian Seafarers regarding escalation of security situation in Iran, Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf and adjacent waters.
Key Takeaways from Press Note 2 (2026): The end of the Knightian Uncertainty
Whilst the Government has played out the introduction of PN2 2026 as an attempt to end the Knightian uncertainty brought in by introduction of PN 3 2020, it is hard to miss the linkage between the recent geopolitical developments and timing of this much awaited clarification on beneficial ownership.
Dentons Link Legal Secures Supreme Court Ruling on Extension of Arbitration Agreements by Conduct
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to share a significant ruling of the Bombay High Court, affirmed by the Supreme Court of India, in the case of Raymond Limited v. Miltex Apparels & Ors., settling the law on the extension of arbitration agreements by conduct of parties under Section 7 of the Arbitration
Financing of Bhilwara Energy Storage and Solutions Private Limited by State Bank of India
Dentons Link Legal has acted as legal counsel to State Bank of India (“SBI”) on providing financial assistance to Bhilwara Energy Storage and Solutions Private Limited (“Borrower”) for part financing the cost of establishing a 100 MW/200MW per hour battery energy storage system project for GUVNL
Financing of a large real estate developer by Punjab National Bank.
Dentons Link Legal has acted as legal counsel to Punjab National Bank (“PNB”) on providing financial assistance to a large real estate developer in India for, inter alia, refinancing the existing lease rental discounting facility for an amount aggregating to approximately INR 24.9 billion
Keyword Advertising And Trademark Liability: DHC's Ruling in Hindware Ltd. v. Google
In Hindware Ltd. v. Grohe India Pvt. Ltd. & Ors. CS(COMM) 591/2017, the Delhi High Court has ordered Google to pay damages of ₹30 lakh to the complainant, Hindware Ltd., for allowing third-party advertisers to use the complainant's registered trademark “HINDWARE” as a keyword in its Google Ads....
90 Days to Arbitrate: A Critical Study of Section 9 of the Arbitration Act
Interim reliefs play a critical role in protecting those parties’ rights who seek to resolve their disputes through arbitration. Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996......
DLL Represents Ace Aviation in INR 568 Crore Acquisition of Jet Airways Boeing 777 Aircraft
Malta-based Ace Aviation, was declared as the highest bidders for two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft previously owned by Jet Airways (India) Ltd. pursuant to a competitive auction process initiated by the Liquidator of Jet Airways (India) Ltd as part of the liquidation process
Dentons Link Legal Advises on ₹ 34,999.99 Lakhs QIP by KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration Limited
Dentons Link Legal acted as the placement counsel and advised KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration Limited and IIFL Capital Services Limited and ICICI Securities Limited, in relation to the placement of the equity shares of the Company to institutional investors.
Dentons Link Legal Secures Significant Delhi High Court Ruling on Cyber Fraud and Banking Liability
Dentons Link Legal is pleased to share a significant ruling of the Delhi High Court passed in the case of State Bank of India v. Hare Ram Singh & Anr., concerning the burden of liability in unauthorized electronic banking and cyber fraud transactions.
Dentons Link Legal Secures Interim Relief for Tea Post Limited Before NCLAT
Dentons Link Legal successfully represented its client, Tea Post Limited, in proceedings before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi
Can the Enforcement Directorate attach clean, inherited or pre-offence assets merely because they match the value of alleged proceeds of crime? Courts continue to give conflicting answers........
Income-tax NOC in M&A Transactions: Practical Considerations
In any M&A transaction involving Indian companies, considering whether to impose an obligation on the seller to obtain a No-Objection Certificate from the Indian income tax authorities under section 499 of the IT Act, 2025 is often a key issue from a deal execution and risk allocation perspective.
Dentons Link Legal Bolsters its Banking and Finance Practice with Aishwarya Samanta
Dentons Link Legal has strengthened its Banking & Finance and Projects practice with the appointment of Aishwarya Samanta as an Associate Partner in its Delhi office.
Digitizing Justice: Grievance Redressal for Platform-Based Gig Workers in Karnataka
India’s platform-based gig economy has expanded rapidly, with millions earning through app-based and digital platforms while remaining outside traditional labor law protections. As per NITI Aayog (2022), the workforce is projected to grow from 7.7 million in 2020–21 to 23.5 million by 2029–30.
Wages, Welfare and Writ Jurisdiction
Wages, Welfare and Writ Jurisdiction: What Teekay Shipping v. Union of India Means for the Maritime Industry Writ Petition No. 135 of 2018- High Court of Judicature at Bombay Date of Judgement: March 24, 2026
Trademark Enforcement and Public Interest in Pharmaceutical Disputes: DHC's Approach in Novo Nordisk
Trademark Enforcement and Public Interest in Pharmaceutical Disputes: The Delhi High Court’s Approach in Novo Nordisk A/S v. Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
Defensive Set-Off is permissible even after approval of a Resolution Plan
The Hon’ble Supreme Court’s decision in Ujaas Energy Ltd. v. West Bengal Power Development Corporation Ltd., Civil Appeal No. 3619 of 2026, decided on 20 March 2026, is an important pronouncement at the intersection of Insolvency Law and Arbitration.
In “Fraud” Determination, No Right Of Personal Hearing But Sc Ensures Right To Audit Reports
The Hon’ble Supreme Court has recently on 7th April 2026 clarified the scope of procedural safeguards available to borrowers before their accounts are classified as “fraud” under the Reserve Bank of India (Frauds Classification and Reporting by Commercial Banks and Select FIs) Directions, 2016.
Evolving Landscape for Transfer Pricing in India
The Indian Transfer Pricing (“TP”) landscape is undergoing a significant shift. The transition to a new legislative framework signals a move toward administrative modernization, enhanced compliances, reduced litigation and ease of doing business.
Lessons for the IT Industry: Strengthening Workplace Safety and Trust
Recent media reported incidents of workplace sexual harassment across parts of the Indian IT ecosystem-including cases reported in delivery centres in cities like Nashik and Pune-serve as an important moment of reflection for the industry as a whole.
Gun-Jumping and M&A: Recent Trends & Takeaways
Under the Act, an act of gun-jumping can lead to serious consequences in terms of significant penalties under Section 43A and reputational risks.
Dentons represented JSW Energy before the Supreme Court on wind power GBI issues.
Dentons Link Legal represented JSW Energy before the Supreme Court of India in a matter concerning the Generation Based Incentive framework for wind power developers.
Dentons advised BRLMs IDBI Capital and SBI Capital on CMPDI’s proposed IPO
Dentons Link Legal advised the Book Running Lead Managers, IDBI Capital Markets & Securities Limited and SBI Capital Markets Limited, in connection with the proposed initial public offering of equity shares of Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India.
Dentons advised the Offer in Innovision’s IPO: ₹2,550 mn fresh issue and OFS of 1.24 mn shares.
Dentons Link Legal acted as the counsel to the Offer in connection with the initial public offering of Innovision Limited, comprising a fresh issue of ₹2,550.00 million and an offer for sale of up to 1,238,000 equity shares by the Promoter Selling Shareholders.
Solid Waste Management Projects
Practical Legal Issues in Implementation – An analysis of the Contractual Structure and Roadblocks on the Path to Financial Close. A Jurisdiction-Neutral Concise Perspective.
Adoption, Equality and Motherhood: Observations on Hamsaanandini Nanduri v Union of India
On 17 March 2026, the Supreme Court of India (“Court”) in Hamsaanandini Nanduri v Union of India [1] delivered a significant judgment on maternity protection for adoptive mothers.
Dentons Link Legal Represents HDFC Bank as SC Stays Same-Day Auction Ordered by Allahabad High Court
The Supreme Court on 25 March 2026 stayed auction scheduled for 12 noon the same day in a plea moved by HDFC Bank against an order of the Allahabad High Court. The case, HDFC Bank Ltd. v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors., SLP (C) No. 11285 of 2026, arises out of the High Court’s order dated 20.03.2026
DLL Secures Order for Consolidation of SVIL CIRP with Its Holding Company Proceedings
In a significant judgment, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Mumbai, approved the consolidation of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) for Securevalue India Limited (SVIL), a 100% wholly owned subsidiary, with that of its holding company, AGS Transact Technologies Limited.
Standstill in Running Waters: Overview of the Impact of the Strait of Hormuz Closure on India
The Strait of Hormuz (“Hormuz”) is one of the world’s most significant shipping routes and oil chokepoint. The rapid escalation of the conflict in West Asia, has resulted in the closure of Hormuz by Iran as a means to retaliate and apply pressure on global oil supplies.
India's Regulatory Response to the Strait of Hormuz Crisis: All Hands on Deck
The Directorate General of Shipping (“DGS”) issued a series of circulars and press release containing advisory for Indian Flag Vessels and Indian Seafarers regarding escalation of security situation in Iran, Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf and adjacent waters.
Key Takeaways from Press Note 2 (2026): The end of the Knightian Uncertainty
Whilst the Government has played out the introduction of PN2 2026 as an attempt to end the Knightian uncertainty brought in by introduction of PN 3 2020, it is hard to miss the linkage between the recent geopolitical developments and timing of this much awaited clarification on beneficial ownership.