Agama Law Associates

India

Analysis

Overview

Agama Law Associates has a well-rounded offering that provides legal and regulatory support to corporations that are setting up, operating and growing in India. Its two practice area pillars are corporate and M&A and dispute resolution, with a strong private client service ranging from business advisory to succession and estate planning. The M&A department has developed a strong focus on startup clients such as advising e-commerce entities, marketplace sellers, service delivery partners, and ISPs on online contracts, terms of use and privacy obligations. The team has utilised innovative deal structures for acquisitions in the healthtech and fintech startup sectors.

Two partners are the key contacts: corporate practitioner Archana Balasubramanian and disputes specialist Nitin Jain.

Client feedback

Recommended for their clarity of legal advice, business orientation, and quick and personalised service.” – Corporate and M&A

“Always very professional and precise.” – Corporate and M&A

“Puts our interest at the centre with transparency while dealing with them.” – Privacy and data protection

“Experienced, responsive and quality work.” – Privacy and data protection

Archana Balasubramanian

“Her knowledge about corporate law as well as M&A is impeccable and her ability to understand business needs and connecting them with legal solutions is really good.”

“She is an active listener. Whenever we seek advice, she has interacted proactively and with excellent problem-solving ability. She looks at issues from a holistic point of view and then advises us on the course of action.”

“Good listener and problem-solver.”

Dispute resolution

Work highlights

Represented a group of real estate shareholders in disputes related to the removal of directors, handling operation and mismanagement cases within the real estate company.

Corporate and M&A

Work highlights

Acted for Cellestial E-Mobility on its sale of a 30% controlling stake to Tube Investments.

Advised Sarla Performance Fibers to address manufacturing and export-related issues and navigating complexities in polyester and nylon textured yarn production.

Represented the State Bank of India in navigating legal matters within the banking and finance industry.

Assisted India Gateway Terminal on legal issues in the shipping and logistics sector.