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Charles Russell Speechlys named a ‘Firm to Watch’ by India Business Law Journal

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Charles Russell Speechlys was named as a ‘Firm to Watch’ in the India Business Law Journal’s (IBLJ) flagship survey of leading foreign law firms for India-related work.

The IBLJ surveyed over 600 law firms across the globe that have handled India-related transactions or disputes in the past year. The research was further supplemented by public records, news reports, and conversations with in-house counsel and Indian law firms to verify each firm’s standing with Indian clients worldwide.

Its ‘Firms to watch’ category comprises 16 promising firms, including Charles Russell Speechlys, and a further 18 regional contenders.

Kim Lalli, Partner and Head of the Firm’s India desk, said:

Being named a ‘Firm to Watch’ by India Business Law Journal is a strong endorsement of the work we are doing with clients whose interests span India and international markets. India continues to be one of the world’s most dynamic economies, and we are proud to support entrepreneurs, family businesses, investors and private clients as they navigate increasingly complex cross-border opportunities. This recognition reflects the strength of our India desk, our close relationships with leading Indian law firms and advisers, and the collaborative approach we take across our international offices.

Patrick Gearon, Partner and Chair of the Firm’s International Relationships Committee, commented:

Our approach to India is built on long-term investment in relationships, market knowledge and international collaboration. India is an increasingly important market for many of our clients, and we see significant opportunities to support international investment, trade and private capital activity in the years ahead.

Charlotte Ford, Head of International Relationships at Charles Russell Speechlys, added:

Our India desk is an important part of the Firm’s international strategy, bringing together lawyers across practices and jurisdictions to provide clients with joined-up, commercially focused advice. This recognition by India Business Law Journal demonstrates the growing profile of our India-related work and the value clients place on our ability to connect legal expertise, market insight and trusted relationships across borders. We’re grateful to our clients for their feedback, and look forward to continuing to build on this momentum and deepening our connections with the Indian market.

Find out more about our India desk here.

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