Vasanthan Baskaran is widely acknowledged for leading one of the most esteemed Finance practices in India. Our Finance practice serves a diverse clientele, including asset reconstruction companies, banks, corporates, developmental finance institutions, export credit agencies, funds, investors, investment banks, market intermediaries, multilateral financial institutions, and non-banking financial companies. We specialize in facilitating fundraising and lending activities through various financial instruments, including credit facilities, debt capital market instruments, and equity capital market instruments. Led by experienced partners, our Finance practice is dedicated to delivering high-quality professional services that combine deep domain knowledge with a constructive, consistent, comprehensive, and commercially minded approach to addressing clients' needs. Clients rely on our finance lawyers to adopt a pragmatic and business-focused strategy in pursuit of their objectives. With a keen understanding of the expectations and requirements of all parties involved in a transaction, our lawyers provide tailored advice tailored to each client's unique needs. The practice is particularly esteemed for its accessibility, responsiveness, and ability to collaborate effectively with international firms and clients.

Service Lines

• Banking & Finance: Our Banking & Finance team encompasses a wide range of activities related to banking and financial transactions. This includes advising clients on structuring and negotiating loan agreements, project finance transactions, syndicated lending arrangements, trade finance facilities, and regulatory compliance matters. We also assist clients in navigating complex banking regulations, regulatory filings, and compliance requirements imposed by regulatory authorities.
• Debt Capital Market: In our Debt Capital Market team, we specialize in assisting clients in raising debt financing through the issuance of debt securities in the capital markets. This includes advising on the structuring and documentation of bond issuances, note programs, debentures, and other debt instruments. We provide comprehensive support throughout the issuance process, from due diligence and regulatory compliance to underwriting agreements and listing requirements.
• Debt Restructuring & Insolvency: Our Debt Restructuring & Insolvency team focuses on assisting clients facing financial distress or insolvency issues. We provide strategic advice on debt restructuring, loan workouts, distressed asset sales, insolvency proceedings, bankruptcy filings, and creditor negotiations. Our goal is to help clients navigate challenging financial situations while preserving value and maximizing recovery for stakeholders.
• Equity Capital Market: In the Equity Capital Market team, we advise clients on raising equity financing through public offerings, private placements, rights issues, and other equity-related transactions. We assist clients in navigating regulatory requirements, drafting prospectuses, conducting due diligence, and negotiating underwriting agreements. Our goal is to help clients access capital markets effectively and efficiently to fuel their growth and expansion plans.
• Investment Funds: Our Investment Funds team focuses on advising clients on the formation, structuring, and regulation of investment funds, including mutual funds, hedge funds, private equity funds, venture capital funds, and real estate funds. We assist clients in fund formation, compliance with regulatory requirements, fund documentation, investor negotiations, and ongoing fund operations. Our goal is to help clients establish and manage investment vehicles that align with their investment objectives and regulatory obligations.
• Securities Law: In our Securities Law team, we provide comprehensive advice on regulatory compliance, securities offerings, disclosure requirements, and corporate governance matters. We assist clients in navigating securities laws and regulations, including the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulations, listing requirements, insider trading regulations, and disclosure obligations. Our goal is to help clients ensure compliance with securities laws while maximizing transparency and investor protection.
• Trade Finance: Our Trade Finance team focuses on assisting clients with financing solutions for international trade transactions. This includes advising on letters of credit, trade finance facilities, export credit guarantees, and other trade-related financing structures. We also assist clients in mitigating trade finance risks, structuring trade finance transactions, and negotiating trade finance agreements. Our goal is to help clients optimize their trade finance arrangements to facilitate smooth and efficient international trade operations. These service lines collectively offer a comprehensive range of legal services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients in the banking, finance, and capital markets sectors. Our experienced team of lawyers is committed to providing strategic advice and innovative solutions to help clients achieve their business objectives while navigating complex legal and regulatory landscapes.