Chris Parsons

Practice Areas

- Corporate

- Equity Capital Markets

- Mergers and Acquisitions

- Public mergers and acquisitions

- Joint Ventures and Investments

Career

Chris is a partner and chair of the India group based in our London office. Chris helps guide the firm's social initiatives in India. Spending most of his time in India, a country which has become his second home, Chris is the guiding force behind the global Indian Practice of the firm. Having spent over 30 years at the firm, he has over 10 years experience of adding value to both Indian groups and to global businesses looking to invest in India. He has a deep understanding of the country and can bring this to bear for the benefit of clients. Chris sits on the board of the UK India Business Council the primary body that promotes business relations between the UK and India. He is ranked as a "Senior Statesman" for India by Chambers: "…he stands out as someone who is dedicated and committed to building business in India". Chris helps guide the firm's social initiatives in India which includes HSF Bridge, a project that links law students with social causes. He was honoured in the Financial News Extra Mile awards for marking his 30 years at the firm by walking 30 marathons across India to raise money for Indian widows. He was also included in the Financial Times Asia-Pacific Innovative Lawyer awards for his work in India including his lectures at a number of Indian Law Schools which involves an annual programme with Oxford University. Chris is the relationship partner for a number of Indian companies. Chris is married to Deb and has four children.

For additional information on Chris’s professional background, please visit: https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/our-people/c/chris-parsons