HSA Advocates has a commanding reputation in the market as a preferred firm for energy, construction and infrastructure work. Sophisticated clients know this is the firm for complex, multi-party, long-term infrastructure projects, as it has decades of experience working with all stakeholders from the beginning to the end of a project life cycle. The firm provides a complete suite of solutions for development, financing, transactions, restructuring and dispute resolution support. The firm is routinely found advising on power, road, port, airport, oil, gas, clean energy and special economic zone projects. Founding partner and projects legend Hemant Sahai is a key contact. The firm welcomed corporate and funds specialist Satish Kumar Anand and real estate partner Himani Singh Sood from SNG & Partners. Banking partner Sharmil Bhushan left for Kochhar & Co.
Client feedback
“Regarding their expertise, I can confirm they have deep knowledge and expertise in the practice area where we asked for their legal assistance. On their responsiveness, as a company and as I personally value the timely communication, they provide quick turnaround times on projects, and proactive outreach to clients on our external service providers. I can confirm that they were super-responsive both for meetings and via emails with their esteemed knowledge and positive attitude. Speaking of their client-focused approach, I had the impression that they prioritise clients' needs and goals that's why they provide tailored legal solutions that meet clients' specific needs.” – Regulatory
Jivesh Chandrayan
“Here are some examples that we appreciate about him: his adaptability, communication skills and time management, which at the end let us receive the kind of legal service we want.”
Work highlights
Represented ONGC Nile Ganga on its international commercial arbitration in relation to the recovery of monies from a North African country that applies Islamic civil law principles.
Key clients
Asset Reconstruction Company India, Assystem, ICICI Bank, Latoya Mistral Ferns.
Work highlights
Acted for ICICI Bank before the Debts Recovery Tribunal and the Delhi High Court.
Assisted Pramerica Life Insurance and TATA Power Consolidated Provident in National Company Law Tribunal proceedings.
Work highlights
Advised Assystem on comprehensive due diligence of its target entities for acquisition.
Acted for Vizhinjam International Seaport on the signing of the tripartite agreement and its impact on the disbursement of viability gap funding.
Work highlights
Engaged by Rural Electrification Corporation and Power Finance Corporation to draft the amended and restated financing and security documents on account of change in shareholding of Teesta Urja post the refinancing of the other lenders’ debt.
Key clients
Axis Bank, Bank of Baroda, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency, Renew Sun Energy.
Work highlights
Advised National Industrial Corridor Development & Implementation Trust (NICDIT) on the development of an industrial township at Jodhpur Pali Marwar Industrial Area Investment Region and in Khushkheda-Bhiwadi-Neemrana Investment Region under the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor project by and the Government of Rajasthan through an SPV, which is to be incorporated.
Key clients
Adani Properties, Ministry of Defence, Niti Aayog.
