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We are a premier boutique practice and work on the most complex and innovative transactions in India for the most desirable clients. We emulate our U.S. practice in bringing highest quality, commercial judgment and 24/7 responsiveness to bear on every transaction we work on. The world-class experience of this practice strengthens the depth of our client loyalty.


Our first transaction in India dates back to 1920s. Today, Davis Polk has over 25 lawyers, including 8 partners, who are extensively involved in Indian M&A and capital markets transactions. 2007 was a watershed year in the firm’s commitment to India. Davis Polk brought together a group of partners with significant India experience and formally constituted the India Practice Group within the firm under the leadership of Kirtee Kapoor. Partners in Davis Polk’s India Practice Group include William Barron, Alan Denenberg, Richard Drucker, Eugene Gregor, Kirtee Kapoor, Mark Lehmkuhler, Thomas Reid and Margaret Tahyar.


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Recognition

 
  • Davis Polk was recognized for “Deal of the Year” - Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners acquisition of a stake in Continuum Wind Energy by India Business Law Journal’s 2012 Deals of the Year

  • Davis Polk was recognized for “Deal of the Year” - MSI/Isolux Corsan Conceiones joint venture by International Financial Law Review India Awards 2012

  • Davis Polk were recognized for the “Debt Market Deal of the Year - ICICI Bank’s bond offering” by Asian Legal Business SE Asia Awards 2011

  • Davis Polk was recognized for “Private Equity Deal of the Year” – Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Fund’s investment in Asia Genco and named “Private Equity Firm of the Year” at International Financial Law Review India Awards 2011

  • Davis Polk was awarded International Law Firm of the Year - India at the first annual Chambers Asia Awards.

  • Davis Polk was named Private Equity Team of the Year at the International Financial Law Review's 2010 India Awards.

  • Davis Polk ranked 4th among U.S. law firms in Indian M&A transactions announced in 2012 (by deal count) (Bloomberg). 

Areas of Experience

Investment Funds Litigation and Investigations India M&A
Investment Funds Litigation and Investigations India Capital Markets