Our cutting-edge and preeminent India practice spans numerous sectors and has been built on decades of unparalleled experience.
We have represented some of the largest conglomerates, state-owned entities, financial institutions, trusts and high net worth individuals in India, as well as foreign companies with interests in the country. Our track record of success is evidenced by a significant proportion of businesses seeking our repeated counsel and advice.
Our team members have deep roots in India and possess an unrivalled understanding of the jurisdiction, its culture and business sensitivities.
We deliver practical and commercially astute advice on complex disputes. We offer businesses of all sizes a proactive approach at every stage of dispute resolution, from pre-dispute management to dispute resolution strategies. Our services include advice on dispute funding, asset tracing, insurance, quantum analysis and award enforcement, and we endeavour to resolve disputes cost-effectively and efficiently.
Our expertise
Our expertise spans all forms of dispute resolution and international arbitration, including commercial litigation, mediation, securities litigation, regulation and enforcement.
We have experience on both sides of disputes (as advocates and arbitrators) across major arbitral institutions such as ICC, LCIA, SIAC, HKIAC, PCA, ICSID and ad hoc arbitrations.
Indian clients and Indian law firms
Though we are unable to advise on Indian law matters due to restrictions imposed on foreign law firms by the Bar Council of India, our team is highly experienced in acting for Indian clients on a global scale and for parties with interests in India.
We also maintain relationships with carefully chosen India-based law firms to ensure all our clients have access to the best possible representation. This collaborative approach facilitates the exchange of expertise, market insights and resources among our professionals, enabling us to deliver a service aligned with the highest global benchmarks.
Recognition
Our litigators consistently earn recognition as industry leaders in their respective fields and are endorsed by leading publications such as Chambers UK, Chambers Asia Pacific, Chambers Global and The Legal 500.
Areas of focus
Our extensive experience and coverage extend across numerous key sectors and practice areas relevant to India’s legal landscape, including:
- Aviation
- Commercial litigation
- Commodities
- Construction
- Costs and funding
- Employment
- Energy
- ESG
- Financial institutions
- Fraud
- Infrastructure
- International arbitration
- International injury
- Insolvency and asset recovery
- Investment treaty arbitration
- Mining
- Oil and gas
- Pharmaceuticals
- Policyholder disputes
- Securities litigation, regulation and enforcement
- Shipping
- Sports disputes
- Tax litigation
- Technology
- Telecom
- Transport
Funding your dispute
If you require assistance in financing your dispute, we offer expert guidance on a multitude of options for litigation funding. These creative solutions encompass securing external funding for significant cases, exploring insurance coverage, implementing conditional fee agreements and providing fixed or capped fees where appropriate.
International Arbitration
Our team has significant experience in advising Indian entities, individuals and financial institutions through arbitration disputes, including international commercial arbitration, investment treaty arbitration and arbitration-related litigation.
The India Promise
The India Promise is an initiative to address the under-representation of Indian arbitrators appointed to international arbitration tribunals across the world
Commercial Litigation
We are recognised for our experience and expertise in advising Indian corporates, individuals and financial institutions in complex, high-value commercial litigation.
Enforcement
We advise Indian corporates, individuals and financial institutions on enforcement proceedings, including actions and challenges.
Our international approach
As an independent law firm, we are free to work with our clients’ existing advisers and can also draw on our strategic alliances with leading international law firms. This enables us to work in a global counsel role to coordinate complex multi-jurisdictional matters via a single point of contact.
"Given her Indian background, Sherina can naturally connect with the Indian business mindset, understand cultural sensitivities and fully appreciate the market dynamics. I would recommend Sherina for her diligent and meticulous work."
Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific, Dispute Resolution: International Firms - India
"Sherina is absolutely superb and a preeminent India specialist."
Chambers and Partners Global
"Sherina Petit maintains her position at the forefront of complex India related arbitrations. She is sought after for her multi-jurisdictional expertise."
Chambers and Partners Global
"Clients achieve excellent results with Stewarts. A go-to team for international arbitration."
The Legal 500 UK
"They have the ability to handle complex substantive and procedural issues in sophisticated commercial arbitrations."
Chambers UK
Meet the India team
Our team has great experience dealing in India related disputes.
We are highly ranked in the UK by Chambers and The Legal 500.
If you require assistance, please email us with your enquiry or call us.
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